Fri, Jul 11, '25
KINGSTON, Jamaica – The countdown is on, and the energy is building as Cricket West Indies (CWI) officially confirms that all systems are go for the historic day/night Test match between the West Indies and Australia at Sabina Park, starting this Saturday, July 12.
Both teams have now had a taste of the unique twilight conditions, completing high-intensity training sessions under lights on Wednesday (Australia) and Thursday (West Indies). The response? Overwhelmingly positive.
West Indies Head Coach Daren Sammy gave the lights and the atmosphere a glowing review:
“The lights look really good. Our batters and bowlers went through their paces and had no complaints. There’s a real buzz in the camp—everyone’s excited to play in this environment, especially at such a historic and beautiful venue.”
Cricket West Indies Leads Charge to Grow Cricket Across the Americas
Wed, Jul 9, '25
CWI to spearhead formation of La Federación de Críquet de las Américas (FECA), a landmark regional body to coordinate and drive the growth of cricket across North, Central, and South America.
Emerging cricket hubs in Brazil, Mexico, Colombia, and Argentina present vast opportunities for collaboration, development, and increased regional relevance.
West Indies teams set to compete at the Bolivarian Games in Peru and the 2027 Pan American Games, aligning with cricket’s historic return to the Olympic stage.
Following an official visit by CWI President Dr. Kishore Shallow to Lima, Peru – a key moment tied to broader diplomatic and sporting engagements – the organization has announced its intention to spearhead the establishment of the La Federación de Críquet de las Américas (FECA). This proposed regional body will act as a collaborative platform to coordinate the exponential growth of cricket across the Americas, with Cricket West Indies assuming a parental role as the only ICC Full Member in the hemisphere.
President Shallow said, “This marks a pivotal step in advancing cricket across the Americas. Cricket West Indies embraces its responsibility not only to the Caribbean but to the wider region. We recognise the importance of structure, collaboration, and a unified vision to unlock the immense potential that exists throughout the Americas.”
Hendy Wallace tipped to run for post of BCA President
Tue, Jul 8, '25
A fourth high profile candidate has entered the race for the post of president of the Barbados Cricket Association (BCA) to replace Conde Riley.
Nation News understands that Hendy Wallace is set to announce his campaign for the top post in local sport administration. He is presently a member of the Board of Directors of the BCA and former chairman of selectors.
The position of president is expected to become vacant when longstanding administrator Riley steps down ahead of the elections slated for next month. It will also bring an end to his tenure as a Director of Cricket West Indies (CWI).
Last weekend the BCA advertised that the meeting of members to vote would be held on Tuesday August 12, 2025 at Kensington Oval. The deadline for nominations is July 22.
Wallace is expected to be the fourth candidate in the elections. The others are: Calvin Hope, the current Vice President; Jeff Broomes, a retired educator and former BCA Board Member; and Philo Wallace, former Barbados captain and West Indies batsman. (PS)
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'He hasn't looked good' - Sammy concedes there is pressure on Brathwaite
Mon, Jul 7, '25
West Indies coach Daren Sammy says there will be a serious discussion around Kraigg Brathwaite's position ahead of the Jamaica Test, while remaining hopeful that his struggling batting group can find a way to back up the performances of the fast bowlers following a series-conceding defeat to Australia in Grenada.
West Indies were bundled for 143 in the fourth innings, chasing 277 to win, on the fourth day with the margin of victory flattered slightly by Shamar Joseph's late-innings hitting in the same manner it was in the first Test in Barbados.
The hosts' top order was against steamrolled by Australia's relentless fast-bowling cartel, slumping to 33 for 4 at lunch on the fourth day. But while West Indies' top-order struggles have mirrored Australia's, the middle and lower-order were unable to rescue them as Mitchell Starc and Josh Hazlewood ripped the game away in a six-over burst in the middle session to leave West Indies 99 for 7 and without a recognised batter left.
Sammy acknowledged that there was pressure on former captain Brathwaite, who is the only West Indies batter not to reach double-figures in the series to date. His 100th Test was a forgettable one, with scores of just 0 and 7 following 4 and 4 in Barbados. Brathwaite averages 18.68 in his last 35 Test innings with just three half-centuries.
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Kraigg Brathwaite reaches 100 Tests
Thu, Jul 3, '25
On Thursday in Grenada, Kraigg Brathwaite will become the tenth West Indian to play 100 Tests. At his best, his powers of concentration have been legendary: he has faced the most balls by a West Indian batter in a Test.
Runs have been harder to come by of late, and a new-look batting order needs him to perform, but his career is littered with some outstanding performances. Among the teams he's played more than once, it's only against India that is he missing a century. Brathwaite also captained the Test side on 39 occasions before stepping down earlier this year. And he holds one of the game's quirkier stats for a player of this generation, having not played a single professional T20.
"I was privileged to be captain when he played his first Test and to be coach now as he's playing his 100th Test, 14 years later, it shows his contribution to the game," West Indies coach Daren Sammy said. "I think that's a great achievement. And I wish him all the best. I know his team will be rallying with him. It will be a special moment for him and also for the team."
What does 100 Tests mean to you?
It means everything. Words to describe it would be pretty tough. You always want to play for the West Indies as a youngster, but to play 100 Tests was a dream. I'll never forget when I was teenager, I was 14 years old, I would have done an interview and they asked me what my goals were. I remember one of my goals was to play 100 Tests.
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