GROS-ISLET KNIGHTS WIN T20 FINAL AS CRICKET FUELS ECONOMY

A thrilling finish at the Gros-Islet Mini Stadium saw the hometown Knights outplay the South Castries Lions to claim the National Lottery Authority Semi-Pro Cricket League T20 title — but the biggest win may have come off the pitch. With players pocketing up to $6,000 and vendors, landlords, and small businesses reaping unexpected profits, the tournament proved that cricket isn’t just a game — it’s a growing economic engine for Saint Lucia.