The West Indies Champions have officially unveiled what is being touted as the most expensive cricket jersey ever made, sending ripples across the cricketing world just days before the start of the World Championship of Legends 2025. This luxurious kit, worn by iconic names like Chris Gayle, Kieron Pollard, Dwayne Bravo, and Shivnarine Chanderpaul, features real 18-karat gold detailing—setting a new bar for cricket fashion and fanfare.
Designed by Dubai-based luxury label Lorenze in collaboration with Channel 2 Group Corporation, the jersey comes in three variants, embedded with 30 grams, 20 grams, and 10 grams of gold. It has been described not just as team attire but as “wearable history,” meant to honor the swagger, pride, and rich heritage of West Indies cricket through the decades.
The jersey maintains the iconic maroon base, but now adorned with shimmering gold embroidery and accents, giving it a royal flair. Each thread seems to echo the brilliance of legends past—from the days of Sir Viv Richards and Clive Lloyd to the swagger of Chris Gayle and the explosive energy of Pollard and Bravo.
For fans of Caribbean cricket, this isn’t just a marketing stunt. It’s a moment. A statement. A signal that West Indies cricket, often considered the spiritual heart of flair and charisma in the game, is here not only to entertain but to dazzle—on and off the pitch.
The move comes as the WCL 2025 tournament kicks off across England, with matches slated in Birmingham, Northampton, Leeds, and Leicester. The event has already garnered massive fan interest as it reunites former international stars from India, England, Australia, South Africa, and Pakistan. Yet, it’s the West Indies squad that’s turning the most heads—thanks in part to their glittering wardrobe.
Tournament chairman Ajay Sethi described the jersey as a celebration of legacy and confidence. According to him, the kit reflects not just luxury, but the very ethos of Caribbean cricket: bold, unafraid, and unforgettable. The players, too, have embraced it with pride. Chris Gayle was seen joking that he might “need security guards just to walk into the dressing room.”
While not intended for public sale, the limited-edition gold kits are likely to become collectibles or museum pieces. Some fans online have already dubbed them the “Rolex of cricket shirts,” while others question whether such opulence is necessary in a sport traditionally known for its simplicity.
Regardless of where one stands, one thing is clear—the West Indies Champions are not just playing for runs and wickets this summer; they’re playing for legacy. And in a tournament designed to honor legends, there might be no grander gesture than stepping onto the field in gold.