West Indies U19 Women’s Team Ready for Historic ICC T20 World Cup in Malaysia

Cricket West Indies (CWI) has announced the West Indies U19 Women’s team that will compete in the ICC Under-19 Women’s T20 World Cup, set to take place in Malaysia from January 18 to February 2, 2025. This milestone event underscores the rapid development of women’s cricket in the Caribbean and presents an exciting opportunity for the region’s brightest young talents to shine on the global stage.

The 15-player squad will be led by captain Samara Ramnath and vice-captain Asabi Callender, who received their official jerseys during a recent team ceremony. CWI Director of Cricket, Miles Bascombe, expressed his optimism for the team, highlighting their potential and the future of women’s cricket in the West Indies.

“We are proud to announce our Under-19 Women’s squad for the ICC World Cup 2025, which represents the future of West Indies cricket,” Bascombe stated. “The inclusion of players from across the region demonstrates our commitment to nurturing talent from all our territories. These young athletes have shown tremendous dedication, and we are confident they will compete at the highest level while gaining invaluable international experience.”

West Indies Under-19 Women’s Squad
Samara Ramnath (Captain)
Asabi Callender (Vice Captain)
Abigail Bryce
Kenika Cassar
Jahzara Claxton
Denella Creese
NaiJanni Cumberbatch
Erin Deane
Amiah Gilbert
Trisha Hardat
Brianna Harricharan
Amrita Ramtahal
Selena Ross
Kristen Sutherland
Aaliyah Weekes

Reserves:

Dicoreya Collymore
Krisanne Howell
Aneisha Miller
Danielle Manns
Laurene Williams

The West Indies U19 team has been preparing rigorously for the tournament, with specialized training camps at the Coolidge Cricket Ground in Antigua and a series of regional tours. Head Coach Robert Samuels expressed pride in the team’s dedication during their preparation.

“Our young players have shown tremendous improvement and commitment,” Samuels said. “We are confident that they will represent the West Indies with pride and demonstrate the bright future of women’s cricket in our region.”

The group stage will run from January 19 to 23, with the top three teams from each group advancing to the Super 6 phase. Teams will carry forward their points and net run rates from the group stage and face opponents from other groups. The semifinals are set for January 31, followed by the final on February 2 at the Bayuemas Oval.

The West Indies’ group-stage matches are as follows:

January 19: West Indies vs. India
January 20: West Indies vs. Sri Lanka
January 25: West Indies vs. Malaysia
Team Roster and Management

The team will be supported by a comprehensive management unit, including Head Coach Robert Samuels, Assistant Coaches Shane Brooks and Tremayne Smart, and Team Manager Merissa Aguillera. Their preparation will include a pre-tournament camp from January 5 to 10 and warm-up matches against Nepal on January 13 and New Zealand on January 15.

This tournament represents an important step in the journey of these young players as they transition into elite-level cricket. With robust preparation and a talented roster, the West Indies U19 Women’s team is poised to make a mark in Malaysia and build a solid foundation for the future of women’s cricket in the Caribbean. (Sportsmax)