Trinbago Knight Riders CPL Team Explained
A complete guide to the Trinbago Knight Riders — the most successful franchise in CPL history, their championships, and star players.
About Trinbago Knight Riders
The Trinbago Knight Riders (TKR) represent Trinidad and Tobago in the Caribbean Premier League. Originally founded as Trinidad & Tobago Red Steel when the CPL launched in 2013, they were rebranded and part-owned by the Kolkata Knight Riders' ownership group from 2015, inheriting the purple and gold KKR colours.
CPL Dominance and Multiple Titles
TKR are the CPL's most decorated team. They won four CPL titles — in 2015, 2017, 2018, and 2020 — including three in a four-year span. Their 2020 title run in a bio-secure bubble was remarkable, winning every match in the tournament and completing an unbeaten season.
Kieron Pollard and Star Power
Kieron Pollard captained TKR for many years and was the heartbeat of their dominance — his explosive batting, electric fielding, and experience in franchise T20 cricket made him the perfect CPL captain. Sunil Narine, another TKR stalwart, has been equally crucial with his near-unplayable spin and rapid runs at the top of the order.
Queen's Park Oval — Home Ground
TKR play home matches at Queen's Park Oval in Port of Spain, Trinidad — one of the most historic and atmospheric cricket grounds in the West Indies. The oval's picturesque setting below the Northern Range mountains makes it one of cricket's most beautiful venues.
Frequently asked questions
How many CPL titles have Trinbago Knight Riders won?
TKR have won four CPL titles — 2015, 2017, 2018, and 2020 — the most of any franchise in CPL history.
Who owns Trinbago Knight Riders?
TKR are owned by Red Chillies Entertainment and Knight Riders Group — the same ownership entity that operates Kolkata Knight Riders in the IPL and New York franchise in MLC.
What colours do TKR wear?
TKR wear purple and gold — the same colour scheme as their sister franchise Kolkata Knight Riders.