Headquarters, GPF Officers battle for COP T20 glory today

Cricket fans are bracing for a thrilling showdown as defending champions Headquarters prepare to face the Guyana Police Force (GPF) Officers in the grand final of the 2026 Commissioner of Police (COP) T20 Cup.
The highly-anticipated contest, set for the Police Sports Club Ground at Eve Leary, will be a rematch of last year’s final – adding extra intrigue to an already-electrifying encounter.

Both teams have been flawless throughout the tournament, entering the final unbeaten and brimming with confidence. Headquarters, determined to retain their crown, will once again lean heavily on the consistency and leadership of Kanhaiya Ramkarran, whose performances have been pivotal to their success.

Meanwhile, the GPF Officers are equally formidable, with the experienced Chris Barnwell expected to play a decisive role. Known for his explosive batting and handy all-round abilities, Barnwell’s presence adds depth and firepower to the Officers’ line-up.

The final promises to be a clash of discipline, skill, and determination, with both sides eager to etch their names into the tournament’s history. For the Officers, it is a chance at redemption after falling short in 2025, while Headquarters will be keen to cement their dominance with back-to-back titles.

Anderson’s gesture highlights strong Police-cricket ties
Adding a symbolic and inspiring touch ahead of the final, West Indies batsman Kevlon Anderson paid a courtesy visit to Deputy Commissioner (Administration) Ravindradat Budhram at his Eve Leary office on Monday.
During the visit, Anderson presented Budhram with a “golden bat” as a token of support on the eve of the championship clash. The meeting went beyond formalities, underscoring the enduring connection between Guyana’s professional cricketers and the police cricket fraternity.
Budhram, who serves as Chairman of Guyana Police Cricket and captains the GPF Officers team, engaged the young international in discussions about the continued growth and development of the sport locally. Anderson’s own journey adds meaning to the moment – as he previously represented the Guyana Police Force before rising to prominence with the Guyana Harpy Eagles and the Guyana Amazon Warriors.
The gesture reflects the deep-rooted camaraderie within Guyanese cricket and reinforces the significance of the COP T20 Cup as more than just a tournament – it is a celebration of talent, service, and community.
With anticipation at its peak, all eyes now turn to Eve Leary, where two unbeaten teams will battle for supremacy in what promises to be a memorable finale.