CPL 2026 Team of teh tournament [Source: @AntiguaFalcons/X]The Caribbean Premier League 2026 has come to an end, with the Antigua and Barbuda Falcons lifting the trophy after a memorable campaign. With another edition of the T20 extravaganza now in the books, it is time to look beyond the champions and identify the players who stood out across the season.From explosive top-order batters and reliable middle-order anchors to experienced all-rounders and wicket-taking spinners, several players made strong cases for a place in the CPL 2026 Team of the Tournament. Here is a look at the best-fitting XI based on their performances throughout the season.Openers and Top Order: Maaz Sadaqat, Rahkeem Cornwall, Quinton de Kock (wk), Shai Hope (c)Maaz Sadaqat gets the opening spot after producing one of the most productive batting campaigns of the season. The Jamaica Kingsmen batter scored 363 runs in seven matches at an excellent average of 51.85, including two centuries. His unbeaten 114 in the tournament also makes him a natural choice to provide an explosive start.Rahkeem Cornwall partners Sadaqat at the top. While his 189 runs may not match the leading run-scorers, Cornwall's value came from his dual role. He also picked up seven wickets at a bowling average of 21.00, giving the side an additional spin option alongside his power-hitting ability from the very start of the powerplay.Also Read- CPL Winners ListQuinton de Kock brings experience and consistency to the opening combination. The star batter accumulated 392 runs in 11 matches at an average of 43.55, including a century and a highest score of 106. His ability to control the powerplay while maintaining a strong scoring rate makes him an ideal top-order presence.Shai Hope slots in at No. 4 after another dependable campaign with the Guyana Amazon Warriors. He scored 332 runs at an impressive average of 47.42. Hope's consistency makes him an ideal stabiliser after an aggressive start.Middle Order and All-Rounders: Shimron Hetmyer, Chris Green, Andre RussellShimron Hetmyer is an automatic selection after producing two centuries and 367 runs in 12 matches. His average of 45.87, coupled with a sensational unbeaten 111, underlines his ability to take control of an innings in the middle overs alongside his ability to bowl effectively.Chris Green adds balance to the XI. The all-rounder scored 143 runs at 35.75 while also taking seven wickets, adding to the dual value of his portfolio. Andre Russell takes the No. 7 spot as the team's power-hitting all-rounder. Russell scored 157 runs but made his bigger impact with the ball, claiming 13 wickets at an average of 21.84. His ability to contribute in both departments gives the XI considerable depth.Bowlers: Sunil Narine, Matthew Forde, Hunain Shah, Imran TahirThe veteran cricketer Sunil Narine leads the spin attack after taking 12 wickets in 10 matches at an impressive average of 15.50. He also contributed 182 runs, making him a valuable lower-order batting option too.Matthew Forde was one of the standout fast bowlers of CPL 2026. The St Lucia Kings pacer finished with 16 wickets in 10 matches at an average of 19.50, including a five-wicket haul. His ability to provide breakthroughs makes him a key component of this attack.Hunain Shah also enjoyed an excellent wicket-taking campaign. The Jamaica Kingsmen pacer claimed 16 wickets in 13 matches, with a best of 2/23, while maintaining a bowling average of 22.62.Completing the XI is veteran leg-spinner Imran Tahir. The Guyana Amazon Warriors star took 16 wickets in 12 matches, including a five-wicket haul, at an average of 19.37. His experience and ability to strike in the middle overs make him a fitting final piece of this CPL 2026 attack.CPL 2026 Team of the TournamentMaaz Sadaqat, Rahkeem Cornwall, Quinton de Kock, Shai Hope, Shimron Hetmyer, Chris Green, Andre Russell, Sunil Narine, Matthew Forde, Hunain Shah, Imran TahirAlso Read- Australian Legend Calls England "Mentally Fragile" In a Brutal Verbal Attack
