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SAMAA Acquires Antigua & Barbuda Falcons Ahead of CPL 2026
The ownership change is SAMAA's first investment in professional sport, with youth pathways, employment and community programmes among its stated priorities.
In brief
New backing for the Antigua and Barbuda franchise
- SAMAA has acquired the Antigua and Barbuda Falcons before the 2026 CPL season.
- The deal is the family office trust's first investment in professional sport and the Caribbean sports industry.
- The new owner plans to support youth pathways, local employment and community programmes.
Falcons enter a new ownership era
The Antigua and Barbuda Falcons have announced that private equity family office trust SAMAA has acquired the Caribbean Premier League franchise. The change arrives shortly before the 2026 season and represents SAMAA's first move into professional sport.
SAMAA has described the franchise as a long-term investment in Antigua and Barbuda rather than a stand-alone sporting asset. Supporters can follow the club's tournament plans on the Antigua and Barbuda Falcons team page.
Community development forms part of the plan
The new owner says it intends to use the Falcons as a platform for local development. Its stated priorities include pathways for young cricketers, jobs connected to team operations and sustained community investment.
SAMAA also plans to work with the national government, the Leeward Islands Cricket Board and regional stakeholders. The current playing group is listed in the Falcons squad guide.
Further appointments expected
CPL has welcomed the investment as a step that can strengthen the franchise's connection with the community it represents. Details about leadership appointments and future community programmes are expected in the coming weeks.
The Falcons begin their campaign against Jamaica Kingsmen in St Vincent on 7 August. Their full run of matches can be found in the CPL 2026 schedule.