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West Indies lose ODI opener to Sri Lanka

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 00:21:08 GMT

Sri Lanka 303 for 7 (Nissanka 79, Mendis 72; Forde 2-44) beat West Indies 262 (Hope 56, Greaves 45; Chameera 4-67) by 41 runs

The West Indies began their home summer in sour fashion, suffering a 41-run defeat to Sri Lanka in the first game of their three-match ODI series at Sabina Park on Wednesday.

Needing 304 runs for victory, Windies failed to make a game of the chase, losing ground on direct qualification for the 2027 ICC Men's Cricket World Cup as a result.

The Caribbean side hadn’t played One-Day International cricket for six months prior to the contest, and it showed. They were ODI-rusty. The bowlers, particularly the seamers, were wayward; to the extent that the 20 extras reflected on the scorecard only tell a partial tale.

Despite restricting Sri Lanka to 32 for one in the powerplay, they found wicket-taking difficult throughout the middle overs. Although this is a well-documented weakness, their struggle to find lines on a damp wicket magnified the matter.

The Sri Lankan innings was a measured one, shaped by a dropped catch that saw Pathum Nissanka put down by Keacy Carty off the first ball of the contest, Jayden Seales the aggrieved party.

West Indies send 16-member squad on development tour to Sri Lanka

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 16:50:57 GMT

Cricket West Indies has confirmed the departure of a 16-member West Indies Academy squad for a reciprocal tour of Sri Lanka from June 3–27, 2026.

The Caribbean side will face Sri Lanka Emerging Players in a multi-format series consisting of two four-day and three 50-over matches.

This follows the Sri Lanka Emerging Team's visit to Antigua in 2025, when the sides competed in a similar multi-format series. The red-ball contest ended one game apiece, while the Academy came out 2-1 winners in the ODIs.

West Indies Academy Squad

Rivaldo Clarke (c), Kevlon Anderson, Ryan Bandoo, Jediah Blades, Giovonte Depeiza, Mavendra Dindyal, Nathan Edward, Damel Evelyn, Amari Goodridge, Johann Jeremiah, Shaqkere Parris, Mbeki Joseph, Johann Layne, Zishan Motara, Kelvin Pitman, Raneico Smith

Windies lose to Ireland in rain-affected Women’s tri-series clash

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 19:23:35 GMT

Ireland 99 for 5 (Prendergast 71*, Stokell 12; Hector 2-21) beat West Indies 141 for 8 (Glasgow 36, Campbelle 21; Canning 2-11) by 1 run on DLS

The West Indies suffered their first loss in the ongoing Women’s International Tri-Series, going down to Ireland by 1 run via the Duckworth-Lewis-Stern method in Dublin on Monday.

Despite stuttering to an under-par score, the Caribbean side gave a valiant attempt at defense before a decisive burst of showers.

Shawnisha Hector (2/21) removed both Alana Dalzell (0) and Arlene Kelly (1) in the first over, leaving Ireland three for two to hand West Indies a dream start in their defense of 142.

Skipper Orla Prendergast, however, found a partner in Rebecca Stokell, and the pair dictated Ireland’s recovery as they finished the powerplay without further loss on 49 for two.

The introduction of Qiana Joseph into the attack then saw Windies forcing their way back into the contest. The orthodox bowler put an end to the 57-run (48 balls) partnership, accounting for Stokell (12) in the ninth with Ireland 60 for three.

Hetmyer back in Windies ODI plans as they seek automatic World Cup qualification

Sun, 31 May 2026 22:43:02 GMT

Shimron Hetmyer has been included in West Indies’ 15-member squad for their three-match One-Day International series against Sri Lanka, scheduled for June 3-8 at Sabina Park in Jamaica.

With Hetmyer set to join the team ahead of the third and final encounter, Cricket West Indies revealed that the 29-year-old has been drafted in to help the Caribbean side push for automatic qualification to the 2027 50-Over World Cup, following “his impressive performances during the recent ICC Men’s T20 World Cup.”

West Indies ODI Squad Against Sri Lanka:

Shai Hope (c), Ackeem Auguste, John Campbell, Keacy Carty, Roston Chase, Matthew Forde, Justin Greaves, Shimron Hetmyer, Amir Jangoo, Alzarri Joseph, Shamar Joseph, Gudakesh Motie, Sherfane Rutherford, Jayden Seales, Shamar Springer

Windies defend 199 in 25-run win over Pakistan as batters fire in Women’s tri-series

Fri, 29 May 2026 19:34:32 GMT

A dream day of execution: Windies batters come good while seamers get early wickets

West Indies 199 for 6 (Glasgow 42, Matthews 40; Rameen 2-27) beat Pakistan 174 for 8 (Riaz 37, Fatima 27; Henry 2-13) by 25 runs

The West Indies earned a second win in their ongoing Women’s International tri-series, defeating Pakistan by 25 runs at the Clontarf Cricket Club in Dublin on Friday. In a refreshing change, Windies produced a well-rounded batting display to set Pakistan 200 runs to win before their bowlers made exceptional use of the new ball, setting up a deserved win.

Although early wickets have been a rare commodity for West Indian seamers in recent times, they picked up three in four overs to leave Pakistan climbing uphill in an already high chase.

Opening the bowling, Shawnisha Hector nicked off Gull Feroza (4) with the last ball of the first over. Chinelle Henry, in the meantime, delivered a match-winning spell of 2 for 13 from the other end.

The 30-year-old removed Muneeba Ali (2) in the second before accounting for Ayesha Zafar (7) in the fourth, restricting Pakistan to 28 for three.

Despite finishing the powerplay 52 for four, Pakistan scored at a healthy rate of 8.6 rpo through the middle overs, thanks in part to top-scorer Aliya Riaz’s 28-ball 37. Jahzara Claxton brought an end to Riaz’s fighting hand at 139 for seven in the 17th.

Matthews’ 82*, clinical bowlers help Windies dominate Ireland for winning start to tri-series

Thu, 28 May 2026 18:35:21 GMT

Windies use nine bowlers to start final stretch of World Cup preparation

West Indies 104 for 2 (Matthews 82*, Taylor 10*; Canning 2-16) beat Ireland 103 all out (Prendergast 25, Paul 21; Joseph 3-8) by 8 wickets

The West Indies began their Women’s International tri-series involving Pakistan and Ireland by defeating the hosts by 8 wickets in the opener in Dublin on Thursday.

Hayley Matthews dictated the chase of 104. The Windies captain was majestic in a signature knock, smashing 82 unbeaten runs from 44 balls, seeing the Caribbean side to victory at 104 for two.

Matthews cleared the ropes three times while carving 11 boundaries as West Indies raced home with 51 deliveries to spare.

Deandra Dottin (3) and Qiana Joseph (6) both fell cheaply to Ava Canning (2/16) with Windies 35 for two in the sixth over before Stafanie Taylor (10*) joined Matthews, and the pair shared in a 37-ball 69-run unbroken stand to seal the win.

No surprises in Matthews-led West Indies Women’s T20 World Cup squad

Thu, 28 May 2026 15:31:01 GMT

Cricket West Indies (CWI) has announced the 15-member squad selected to compete at the 2026 ICC Women’s T20 World Cup in England and Wales from June 5 to July 5.

CWI, in a media release, revealed that "the squad was selected following extensive evaluation by the selection panel and team management unit, with careful consideration given to the tactical and technical requirements for impactful and consistent performances in English conditions."

"Building on months of preparation and analysis, significant emphasis was placed on assembling a group capable of maintaining aggressive scoring rates throughout the innings, adapting to both seam and spin bowling, and executing consistently under pressure in varying conditions across England and Wales," the statement continued.

West Indies Women’s Squad for Tri-nation Series & ICC World Cup

Hayley Matthews (c), Chinelle Henry (vc), Aaliyah Alleyne, Shemaine Campbelle, Jahzara Claxton, Deandra Dottin, Afy Fletcher, Jannillea Glasgow, Shawnisha Hector, Zaida James, Qiana Joseph, Mandy Mangru, Ashmini Munisar, Karishma Ramharack, Stafanie Taylor

Hayley Matthews: It Would Be Great to Lift the Trophy Again After 10 Years

Wed, 27 May 2026 13:58:59 GMT

A column by West Indies captain Hayley Matthews for the ICC:

Failing to qualify for the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup last year hit us hard. Everyone who was there certainly felt it, and we don’t want to go through a feeling like that again.

Now we are back at a competition we reached the semi-finals in two years ago, and we have belief. We have matured from the experience of missing out and while we still retain the sting of that recent disappointment, it is matched by the excitement of attending an international showcase and the glow of a decade-old triumph.

I definitely think that when you look at our team and how players have grown, like Chinelle Henry and some of the other youngsters that we have within the group that are able to make an impact in certain points of the game, I definitely feel that we have a stronger team than we did then.

It's about us showing up, having our plans in order and being really prepared. Once we do that, we have a good chance of progressing well.

Alzarri Joseph: It Hurts Having to Watch on TV, Unable to Help My Teammates

Wed, 27 May 2026 03:28:47 GMT

For ten months, the game moved on without him, but with this summer’s home series fast approaching, fast bowler Alzarri Joseph is ready to lace up his bowling shoes and once again represent the senior men’s team.

Joseph was ruled out of competitive action for the latter part of 2025 due to a lower back injury. However, just 72 hours after rejoining his teammates, the 29-year-old is already showing signs of settling back in following his lengthy spell on the sidelines.

Eager to make his return to international cricket, the pacer has stepped up his preparation during the ongoing high-performance white-ball camp at Coolidge Cricket Ground as he works his way back into selection contention.

“It feels good, obviously had a bit of a layoff through injury so it’s good to be back playing and playing with the squad,” Joseph shared. “It’s been good, a bit challenging but good because I feel a bit stronger, feel a little bit fitter so I think I’m going well so far.”

Alzarri Joseph

T&T end 20-year drought for Regional 4-Day title with 141-run win over Guyana

Wed, 20 May 2026 18:52:02 GMT

Red Force 260 & 267 (Lewis 122, Jangoo 48; Permaul 4-14) beat Harpy Eagles 247 & 139 (Anderson 41, Savory 24; Hinds 3-20) by 141 runs

The Trinidad and Tobago Red Force have returned to the summit of regional red-ball cricket for the first time since 2006, dethroning three-time defending champions Guyana Harpy Eagles in the final of the West Indies Championship on Wednesday.

Four captivating days of cricket culminated in the Red Force seamers dismantling the Harpy Eagles to earn an authoritative 141-run victory at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium in Antigua and Barbuda.

With three full sessions available to get 280 runs on a pitch showing minimal deterioration, the Harpy Eagles would have fancied their chances of claiming a fourth successive title. To do so, however, they needed to see off the very obvious new-ball threat that is Jayden Seales.

A challenge they failed, as the West Indies pacer helped peg them back with the early wickets of Matthew Nandu (0) and Tevin Imlach (16), on either side of the fall of Tagenarine Chanderpaul, who was bowled by Anderson Phillip for one to leave Guyana 32 for three.