The head of the Antigua and Barbuda Cricket Association's (ABCA) Competitions Committee and Second Vice President, Kenny Lewis, has stated that any decisions regarding compensation for clubs that suffered revenue losses due to match postponements will be handled on a case by case basis.
According to Antigua Observer, Lewis made the comments in response to the ABCA's decision to postpone matches in its Super 40 competition in April, a move that left several clubs facing potential financial shortfalls.
Lewis indicated that the association would not apply a blanket policy to all affected clubs, but would instead examine the specific circumstances surrounding each club's situation before determining whether any form of compensation was warranted.
The Super 40 competition is one of the premier domestic cricket tournaments in Antigua and Barbuda, and clubs participating in the competition rely in part on matchday revenue to fund their operations. Postponements, particularly those made at short notice, can significantly impact those earnings.
The ABCA has yet to announce a formal compensation framework, and it remains unclear how many clubs have formally submitted claims or inquiries to the association. Lewis's comments suggest the body is taking a measured, individualized approach as it works through the fallout from the postponements.
