KINGSTON, Jamaica — Cricket West Indies (CWI) has unveiled a 16-man squad for the extremely anticipated five-match T20 Worldwide sequence towards Australia, set to happen from July 20–28 at Sabina Park in Kingston and Warner Park in St. Kitts.
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With a strategic mix of youth and expertise, the workforce is poised to problem one of many sport’s elite sides, whereas persevering with preparations for the 2026 ICC Males’s T20 World Cup in India and Sri Lanka.
Vivid new stars: Andrew and Blades be part of the fold
The choice consists of two thrilling debutants, each of whom have made waves on the home scene and now get their first style of senior worldwide motion.
Jewel Andrew, an 18-year-old batting prodigy and reserve wicketkeeper, has earned reward for his maturity, aggressive stroke play, and spectacular method towards spin. Thought to be one of many brightest rising stars in Caribbean cricket, Andrew’s inclusion indicators a powerful funding in youth.
Becoming a member of him is Jediah Blades, a left-arm seamer who made his worldwide debut towards Bangladesh in early 2024. Blades was a standout within the inaugural West Indies Breakout League, the place his knack for putting through the powerplay impressed selectors.
Core management stays regular
On the helm, Shai Hope continues in his function as captain, supported by a cadre of seasoned campaigners together with Jason Holder, Akeal Hosein, Rovman Powell, and Andre Russell, who is ready to make his closing worldwide appearances through the first two T20Is in Kingston.
Veterans like Alzarri Joseph, Shimron Hetmyer, and Romario Shepherd present additional depth to a squad designed to be each aggressive now and forward-looking for the long run.
Sammy units sights on T20 World Cup 2026
Talking on the squad’s composition and course, Head Coach Daren Sammy reaffirmed that each one strikes are aligned with long-term strategic targets, notably the 2026 T20 World Cup.
“Our targets and strategic plans are aligned to successful the T20 World Cup in 2026,” Sammy declared.
“We have now continuity within the squad from the earlier sequence and as a unit we are going to proceed to fine-tune our model and model forward of the World Cup.”
Past constructing a successful components, Sammy emphasised the necessity to reclaim dominance on house soil, after latest setbacks in regional T20 sequence.
“Our earlier two T20 sequence at house we have been on the improper finish of the outcomes,” he famous.
“However beginning towards Australia, we wish to regain our kind at house as we construct momentum into subsequent 12 months’s World Cup with our thrilling and dynamic group of gamers.”
West Indies Squad for T20I Sequence vs Australia: Shai Hope (Captain), Jewel Andrew, Jediah Blades, Roston Chase, Matthew Forde, Shimron Hetmyer, Jason Holder, Akeal Hosein, Alzarri Joseph, Brandon King, Evin Lewis, Gudakesh Motie, Rovman Powell, Andre Russell, Sherfane Rutherford, Romario Shepherd.
Staff administration: Head Coach: Daren Sammy, Staff Supervisor: Rawl Lewis, Assistant Coach (Batting): Floyd Reifer, Assistant Coach (Bowling): Ravi Rampaul, Assistant Coach (Fielding): Rayon Griffith, Physiotherapist: Dr. Denis Byam, Power & Conditioning Coach: Ronald Rogers, Therapeutic massage Therapist: Darc Browne, Staff Analyst: Avenesh Seetaram, Media & Content material Officer: Jerome Foster.
Match Schedule – West Indies vs Australia T20I Sequence
- 1st T20I: July 20 – Sabina Park, Jamaica
- 2nd T20I: July 22 – Sabina Park, Jamaica
- third T20I: July 25 – Warner Park, St. Kitts
- 4th T20I: July 26 – Warner Park, St. Kitts
- fifth T20I: July 28 – Warner Park, St. Kitts
All matches start at 7:00 PM native time.
