Trinidad and Tobago Red Force captain Joshua Da Silva is set to lead his team in the 2025 CG United Super50 Cup, which kicks off on November 19 in Trinidad. The Trinidad and Tobago Cricket Board (TTCB) confirmed Da Silva’s appointment on November 1, alongside the announcement of the 14-member squad. The team will face Barbados Royals in their opening match at the Sir Frank Worrell Memorial Ground in St Augustine.
The squad features a mix of seasoned players and fresh talent, with five newcomers making their debut in the Super50 Cup. Among them are all-rounders Shatrughan Rambaran and Ricky Naipaul, fast bowler Abdul Raheem Toppin, batsman Cephas Cooper, and leg-spinner Navin Bidaisee. While Bidaisee and Cooper have previously represented Trinidad and Tobago in the West Indies Championship, Rambaran has prior experience in the Super50 Cup with Combined Campuses and College.
Despite the absence of key players like Akeal Hosein, Anderson Phillip, Amir Jangoo, Jayden Seales, and Khary Pierre—who are on international duty with the West Indies—head coach Rayad Emrit remains optimistic. He emphasized the importance of blending youth with experience, viewing the tournament as an opportunity to integrate emerging talent into the squad.
Emrit praised Da Silva’s leadership, noting his ability to lead by example and his growing experience in high-pressure situations. The coach highlighted the team’s focus on playing positive, engaging cricket while fostering a strong team culture. Emrit also acknowledged the challenge posed by Barbados, a formidable opponent with a strong white-ball record.
The Red Force’s campaign begins on November 19, with their match against Barbados Royals set to be a crucial early test. The tournament’s opening day will also feature clashes between Jamaica Scorpions and Guyana Harpy Eagles, as well as Windward Islands Volcano and Leeward Islands Hurricanes.