St. Vincent and the Grenadines proudly welcomed three giants of West Indies cricket, Courtney Walsh, Sir Curtly Ambrose and Ridley Jacobs.
The legendary players were on the island to participate in the highly anticipated West Indian Masters XI vs Rest of the World Masters XI T20 showdown, on Saturday, 1st November 2025 at the Arnos Vale Cricket Stadium.This historic Masters event formed part of the nation’s Independence celebrations and underscored St. Vincent and the Grenadines’ growing presence on the sports tourism stage.
As part of their visit, the cricket legends engaged with young talent and communities across the country. On Friday, 31st October, they attended a special Under-19 exhibition match at the Cumberland Playing Field. Students from schools across North Leeward had a unique opportunity to meet, interact with, and be inspired by these legendary players. This initiative was designed to motivate the next generation of Vincentian cricketers and highlight the importance of youth empowerment through sport.
Hon. Carlos James, Minister of Tourism, Civil Aviation, Sustainable Development and Culture:
“We are honoured to welcome these iconic ambassadors of Caribbean cricket to St. Vincent and the Grenadines. Their presence signals an exciting moment for cricket lovers and a milestone for our sports tourism agenda. As we continue to elevate St. Vincent and the Grenadines on the international stage, events such as these bring tremendous pride, economic benefit, and inspiration to our young people. We look forward to welcoming fans from near and far as we celebrate excellence, legacy, and Caribbean pride.”
Annette Mark, CEO, SVG Tourism Authority:
“Hosting legends of this magnitude reinforces our commitment to positioning St. Vincent and the Grenadines as a premier destination for sports and events tourism. Their interaction with our youth and communities will leave a lasting legacy of inspiration and national pride. We encourage everyone to come out, show support, and be part of this historic sporting moment.”
The St Vincent and the Grenadines Tourism Authority and the SVG National Sport Council welcomed patrons to the West Indies Masters XI vs the Rest of the World Masters XI match on Saturday, 1st November at the Arnos Vale Cricket Stadium.