HIGHLIGHTS
- West Indies name 16-member squad for T20I series against Australia, featuring first-time T20 call-ups Jewel Andrew and Jediah Blades.
- Five-match T20I showdown set for July 20-28 at Sabina Park, Jamaica and Warner Park, St. Kitts, as West Indies aim to regain winning form at home and continue preparations for the 2026 T20 World Cup.
- Head Coach Daren Sammy emphasizes continuity, strategy, and momentum, with a squad built to refine West Indies’ explosive brand of cricket and climb the international rankings.
KINGSTON, Jamaica – Cricket West Indies (CWI) today announced the 16-member squad for the upcoming five-match T20 International (T20I) Series against Australia, to be played from July 20–28 at Sabina Park in Jamaica and Warner Park in St. Kitts.
The squad features the core group of players who secured a recent series win against Ireland, along with exciting newcomers Jewel Andrew and Jediah Blades earning maiden T20 call-ups.
Andrew, a highly regarded batting prospect and back-up wicketkeeper, has impressed with his intent and range against spin bowling.
At just 18, he is seen as one of the region’s brightest prospects and will be eager to make his mark on the international stage.
Left arm seamer Blades who made his international debut against Bangladesh in 2024, was one of the shining lights during the inaugural West Indies Breakout League where he took most of his wickets in the powerplay.
Shai Hope will continue to lead the side as captain, with seasoned campaigners like Jason Holder, Akeal Hosein, and Rovman Powell also named in the line-up.
Looking forward to the five match T20I series, Sammy said the focus remains on improving West Indies’ ranking and building towards what will be a competitive T20I World Cup in India and Sri Lanka next year.
“Our goals and strategic plans are aligned to winning the T20 World Cup in 2026. We have continuity in the squad from the previous series and as a unit we will continue to fine tune our style and brand ahead of the World Cup.”
Sammy added that the team will be looking to reconsolidate a winning record at home.
“Our previous two T20 series at home we were on the wrong end of the results but starting against Australia, we want to regain our form at home as we build momentum into next year’s World Cup with our exciting and dynamic group of players.”
West Indies Squad for T20I Series vs Australia:
Shai Hope (Captain)
Jewel Andrew
Jediah Blades
Roston Chase
Matthew Forde
Shimron Hetmyer
Jason Holder
Akeal Hosein
Alzarri Joseph
Brandon King
Evin Lewis
Gudakesh Motie
Rovman Powell
Andre Russell
Sherfane Rutherford
Romario Shepherd
Team Management:
- Head Coach: Daren Sammy
- Team Manager: Rawl Lewis
- Assistant Coach (Batting): Floyd Reifer
- Assistant Coach (Bowling): Ravi Rampaul
- Assistant Coach (Fielding): Rayon Griffith
- Physiotherapist: Dr Denis Byam
- Strength & Conditioning Coach: Ronald Rogers
- Massage Therapist: Darc Browne
- Team Analyst: Avenesh Seetaram
- Media & Content Officer: Jerome Foster
Match Schedule – West Indies vs Australia T20I Series
- 1st T20I: July 20 – Sabina Park, Jamaica
- 2nd T20I: July 22 – Sabina Park, Jamaica
- 3rd T20I: July 25 – Warner Park, St. Kitts
- 4th T20I: July 26 – Warner Park, St. Kitts
- 5th T20I: July 28 – Warner Park, St. Kitts
All matches begin at 7:00 PM local time.
