ST. JOHN’S, Antigua – Cricket West Indies (CWI) is pleased to announce the squad for the West Indies Senior Women’s Team that will participate in the highly anticipated ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024. The Tournament is set to take place from 3 October to 20 October in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), with the West Indies aiming to showcase their best talent on the global stage.
The West Indies have been placed in Group B along with Bangladesh, England, Scotland and South Africa. The squad, led by Captain Hayley Matthews, features a mix of experienced players and promising talent, reflecting the depth and versatility of West Indies women’s cricket.
West Indies Women’s T20 Squad: 1. Hayley Matthews – Captain 2. Shemaine Campbelle – Vice-Captain 3. Aaliyah Alleyne 4. Shamilia Connell 5. Nerissa Crafton 6. Deandra Dottin 7. Afy Fletcher The Team Management Unit is as follows: Head Coach: Shane Deitz Team Manager: Sheena Gooding Assistant Coach: Ryan Austin Assistant Coach: Damien Wright Team Analyst: Gary Belle
8. Chinelle Henry 9. Zaida James 10. Qiana Joseph 11. Mandy Mangru 12. Ashmini Munisar 13. Chedean Nation 14. Karishma Ramharack 15. Stafanie Taylor Physiotherapist: Strength & Conditioning Coach: Antonia Burton Performance Coach: Team Doctor: Team Media & Content Officer: Nicholas Maitland CWI Director of Cricket, Miles Bascombe, expressed confidence in the selected squad, stating, “We have a well-balanced team with a combination of experience and youth, and we believe this group has what it takes to compete strongly at the T20 World Cup.
Our preparation has been thorough, and the management team has worked tirelessly to ensure the players are ready for the challenges ahead.” Head Coach Shane Deitz added, “The players have shown great commitment and determination throughout our preparations. We are focused on executing our game plan and making the West Indies proud on the world stage.” The West Indies Women’s Team will begin their T20 World Cup campaign on 4 October 2024 against South Africa, with the goal of bringing the prestigious title back to the Caribbean.
West Indies Women’s Full ICC T20 World Cup Schedule: Warm-up matches: 29 September 2024: West Indies v India, ICC Academy Ground No 2, Dubai 1 October 2024: West Indies v Australia, The Sevens Stadium, Dubai Group B Matches: 4 October 2024: West Indies v South Africa, Dubai International Cricket Stadium 6 October 2024: West Indies v Scotland, Dubai International Cricket Stadium 10 October 2024: West Indies v Bangladesh, Sharjah Cricket Stadium 15 October 2024: West Indies v England, Dubai International Cricket Stadium 17 October 2024: Semi-Final 1 18 October 2024: Semi-Final 2 20 October 2024: Final All matches will be broadcast live on ESPN Caribbean. Angelica Holder Dr. Nadine Sammy Dr.
