In an official announcement released on Monday afternoon, Caribbean Premier League franchise Saint Lucia Kings confirmed that 22-year-old top-order batsman Ackeem Auguste will miss the upcoming 2026 Republic Bank Caribbean Premier League (CPL) tournament, citing unspecified medical reasons for his withdrawal.
Auguste, who was retained by the franchise ahead of the 2026 edition, had been pegged as a key contributor to the Kings’ batting lineup ahead of the new campaign. The young batsman has already featured in one match for the side this tournament, notching up an impressive 63 runs against Barbados Royals – a performance that came despite the Kings falling to defeat in that fixture. Immediately following that match, Auguste was forced to sit out the team’s next fixture, sparking speculation about his fitness status ahead of Wednesday’s critical fixture.
In the franchise’s official statement, the Kings emphasized that Auguste’s health and overall well-being are the organization’s top priority at this time. The franchise confirmed that the batsman will receive all necessary medical care and team support throughout his recovery process. “The Saint Lucia Kings wish Ackeem a full and speedy recovery and look forward to welcoming him back when he is medically cleared to return,” the statement added.
As the tournament progresses, the Kings are preparing to face off against Trinbago Knight Riders at Queen’s Park Oval this Wednesday. Both sides enter the fixture in desperate need of a win to boost their tournament standing, with Trinbago Knight Riders currently struggling for form this season. As of Monday’s announcement, it remains uncertain whether Auguste will be able to make a return to the squad later in the 2026 CPL campaign, with no further details released about the nature of his medical issue.