Marnus Labuschagne dropped, Steven Smith ruled out of first West Indies Test
Fri, Jun 20, '25
Marnus Labuschagne has been dropped for the first Test against West Indies and Steven Smith ruled out through injury with Sam Konstas and Josh Inglis named as their replacements.
The two changes were confirmed five days before the opening Test in Barbados on June 25, meaning Australia will have a significantly different batting line-up to the World Test Championship final against South Africa.
Konstas will earn his third cap having not featured since the two outings against India which began with his 60 off 65 balls on debut at the MCG. Inglis scored a century on his Test debut against Sri Lanka in Galle earlier this year.
Labuschagne had been moved to up to open in the WTC final, with the selectors opting for a last show of faith, but came away with scores of 17 and 22 to continue a two-year lean run in Test cricket.
TKR appoint Dwayne Bravo as new head coach
Fri, Jun 20, '25
Trinbago Knight Riders (TKR) have appointed former West Indies allrounder Dwayne Bravo as their new head coach for the upcoming edition of the Caribbean Premier League (CPL) 2025. He replaces Phil Simmons, who is currently the head coach for Bangladesh men's team.
"It's an honour to be given the opportunity to be Head Coach of TKR, a team that's very close to my heart," he said in a social media post. "I would like to personally thank coach Phil Simmons for his time and commitment over the last few years, and now I look forward to this new challenge for me and my staff."
Bravo played 107 matches in the CPL between 2013 and 2024, and took 129 wickets at an economy of 8.74. He represented TKR in nine out of the 11 seasons and won the title five times, including 2021, when he led St Kitts and Nevis Patriots.
DAREN BRAVO RETURNS TO TKR FOR CPL 2025
Thu, Jun 19, '25
The Republic Bank Caribbean Premier League (CPL) has confirmed all team squads for the 2025 season following the successful completion of the player draft. With several major international stars joining the tournament and a strong showing of regional talent, this year’s CPL promises to be another thrilling edition.
Saint Lucia Kings Aim to Defend Their Title
Reigning champions, the Saint Lucia Kings, are well-positioned for a strong title defence in 2025, with a blend of proven talent and exciting new additions. The team welcomes back high-impact overseas stars Tim David and Tabraiz Shamsi, both of whom bring world-class T20 credentials and match-winning potential.
Building on the momentum of their 2024 championship triumph, the Kings have wisely retained the core squad that led them to glory. They’ve further strengthened their roster with the inclusion of promising leg-spinner Micah McKenzie, one of the region’s brightest young prospects, and the return of Javelle Glen, who rejoins the side after previously featuring in their 2020 campaign.
West Indies drawn alongside England and New Zealand in Group 2 for Women's T20 World Cup
Thu, Jun 19, '25
The 2026 Women's T20 World Cup, scheduled from June 12 to July 5, will have Australia, South Africa, India, Pakistan and two qualifiers in Group 1, while Group 2 includes hosts England, defending champions New Zealand, West Indies, Sri Lanka and two more qualifiers. The semi-finals will be played at The Oval, while the final is scheduled at Lord's.
The 33-match tournament will take place across seven venues in England over 24 days. The tournament will have 12 teams, up from 10 in the previous edition in 2024. Apart from The Oval and Lord's, matches will also be held at Old Trafford, Headingley, Southampton, Bristol and Edgbaston and will have three different start times: 10.30am, 2.30pm and 6.30pm local.
The opening match will be played between England and Sri Lanka at Edgbaston on June 12. In a rematch of last edition's semi-final, New Zealand begin their title defence against West Indies in Southampton on June 13 while Australia start their campaign against 2024 finalists South Africa on the same day in Manchester. India face Pakistan at Edgbaston on June 14.
Other key Group 1 fixtures for India are against South Africa (June 21) in Manchester and Australia (June 28) at Lord's. Pakistan take on South Africa (June 17) at Edgbaston and Australia (June 23) at Headingley. The Australia vs India fixture will be the final group-stage match of the competition.
DERYCK MURRAY STEADIED THE SHIP IN WEST INDIES’ HISTORIC 1975 WORLD CUP TRIUMPH
Thu, Jun 19, '25
ST JOHN’S, Antigua – Deryck Murray, the sharp and reliable wicketkeeper from Trinidad and Tobago, was a vital figure in the West Indies’ victorious 1975 World Cup campaign. Known for his calm presence behind the stumps and his cricketing intelligence, Murray played a quiet but crucial role in the team’s success, both with the gloves and the bat.
The team’s first-choice wicketkeeper, who was a steadying force throughout the tournament, and subsequently became an iconic influence on generations of wicketkeepers to follow, is among the legends being recognised for their contribution during the Cricket West Indies and the West Indies Players’ Association awards gala being held on Sunday, June 22, at the Wyndham Grand Barbados.
His safe hands, quick reflexes, and sharp awareness made him a key component of the West Indies’ strong fielding unit. In a tournament where every mistake could prove costly, Murray’s consistency behind the stumps helped create pressure and convert half-chances into wickets—especially against the likes of Australia and Pakistan.
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