West Indies to play Nepal in Historic T20I Series
Thu, Jun 12, '25
Cricket West Indies (CWI) is pleased to announce the region’s participation in a historic three-match T20 International series against the Asian nation of Nepal, the first-ever bilateral series between the two teams, marking a significant milestone in the ongoing mission to grow and globalize the game of cricket.
Taking place in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates on September 27, 28, and 30, 2025, the series is being hosted by the Cricket Association of Nepal (CAN) and represents a landmark opportunity for Nepal as it gears up for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Asia Qualifier later this year.
For CWI, the engagement reflects its strong commitment to supporting the development of cricket in emerging nations and fostering meaningful partnerships with fellow cricketing boards worldwide.
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MASSY WOMEN’S CARIBBEAN PREMIER LEAGUE FIXTURES CONFIRMED
Thu, Jun 12, '25
Cricket fans can look forward to an exciting showcase of world-class women’s T20 cricket as the 2025 Massy Women’s Caribbean Premier League (WCPL) comes to Guyana from 6 to 17 September. The tournament will feature three teams:
the Barbados Royals, Guyana Amazon Warriors, and Trinbago Knight Riders, who will battle it out over six group stage matches, culminating in a thrilling final on 17 September.
All fixtures are scheduled to be held at the Guyana National Stadium in Providence, a venue renowned for its electric atmosphere and passionate support. The Barbados Royals, defending champions for two consecutive years (2023 and 2024), will aim for a historic third title, while the Warriors and Knight Riders seek to dethrone them and claim the WCPL crown.
Ambrose bemoans Windies struggle but believes structural change could turn the tide
Wed, Jun 11, '25
WHILE lamenting the current state of West Indies cricket, legendary fast bowler Sir Curtly Ambrose firmly believes the Caribbean side can reclaim its former glory, but only if the right structures are put in place and the right people are involved to guide the next generation.
Ambrose pointed out that each series loss is a reminder of the decline of a once-mighty cricketing force. Though West Indies have twice won the T20 World Cup since, Ambrose argued that they have struggled for the consistency and competitiveness that defined their dominant era of the late 20th century.
“It’s very, very difficult because coming from the West Indies, we are so accustomed to winning, and every time we turn up to play, everyone expects us to win. Sadly, it’s not that anymore, and for me it’s really tough because I am so accustomed to seeing us winning and ruling the world,” Ambrose told The Royal Gazette.
Ambrose, who retired in 2000 with 405 Test wickets and 225 one-day international scalps, reflected on an era when West Indies cricket commanded global respect. Now, he admits it is painful to witness the team languish outside the world’s top three.
“Every team in world sport goes through a phase where you lose great players, and then you rebuild and become a dominant force again. But sadly, for about two decades, we have really been struggling and can’t seem to get out of that deep hole,” he said.
“It’s really frustrating for me as a former cricketer and hard to watch our beloved West Indies team not in the top three in the world. Everywhere I go, people ask me the same question, ‘When is the West Indies team coming back?’ Ambrose stated.
Read more at Guyana Chronicle
Coach Sammy: Prepare for “exciting style”
Wed, Jun 11, '25
West Indies One-Day International (ODI) vice-captain Brandon King is in line for his Test debut against Australia, after the 30-year-old Jamaican batsman was named in a 16-man squad to face Australia in a three match Test series in the Caribbean.
King is one of eight changes to the West Indies Test team that drew 1-1 with Pakistan in January. The others are newly appointed captain Roston Chase, Shai Hope, Kevlon Anderson, John Campbell, Johan Layne, Alzarri Joseph and Shamar Joseph.
The players who made way are: Alick Athanaze, Kavem Hodge, Amir Jangoo, Gudakesh Motie, Kemar Roach, and Kevin Sinclar.
The idea, according to coach Daren Sammy, is “to fortify a batting line-up that is expected to sustain pressure on the opposing attack”.
“We analysed what the top teams in the world are doing and what is needed for us to bridge the gap,” Sammy told the CWI Media. “We have identified a direction, along with the group of players and resources to give us the best advantage as we seek to take the team up [the] ladder and challenge the best in the world.”
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Pooran to lead MI New York in Major League Cricket
Wed, Jun 11, '25
Nicholas Pooran, who retired from all formats of international cricket on Tuesday, has been named captain of MI New York for the upcoming season of Major League Cricket (MLC). He replaces Kieron Pollard in the position.
He has been with MI New York since being drafted ahead of the inaugural season in 2023, and had a huge role in the team winning the title, scoring 137* in 55 balls in the final, against Seattle Orcas, and finished as the highest run-getter of the season (388), 124 runs ahead of the second-placed Quinton de Kock of Orcas.
Pooran has a long association with the MI franchise. He was bought by MI ahead of the 2017 IPL, but didn't get a game, and was released ahead of the next season, following which he has played for Kings XI Punjab (now Punjab Kings), Sunrisers Hyderabad and now Lucknow Super Giants. While that wasn't happy for the player, he has been with their team in the ILT20 in the UAE, MI Emirates.
