Hetmyer sets sights on ILT20, W/Cup glory

West Indies powerhouse Shimron Hetmyer has laid down a bold marker for the start of 2026, setting himself a formidable triple challenge; win the DP World ILT20 with his new team, the Desert Vipers, force his way back into the West Indies squad, and then clinch the Men’s T20 World Cup.

The 28-year-old left-hander, a marquee wildcard signing for the Vipers, believes a triumphant campaign in the UAE could be the perfect springboard to propel him back onto the international stage and help the West Indies reclaim a global trophy.After a stint with the Guyana Amazon Warriors that saw them finish as CPL runners-up, Hetmyer is eager to make an immediate impact in the Vipers’ colours.

“I am going to try to repay the faith shown in me,” Hetmyer stated. Hopefully, we can gel as a team and lift the franchise’s first trophy. I’m also aiming to hit my best form leading into the World Cup and do everything I can to help the West Indies win it.”