Four promising cricketers from Antigua have been chosen to represent the West Indies in the upcoming ICC Under-19 Men’s Cricket World Cup. The selected athletes—Matthew Miller, Jewel Andrew, Micah McKenzie, and Tanez Francis—departed the island on January 4th to begin final preparations for the tournament, which will be hosted across Namibia and Zimbabwe from January 15th to February 6th.
Their inclusion in the regional squad highlights their status among the Caribbean’s most talented young players. This selection continues Antigua and Barbuda’s distinguished cricketing heritage, a nation that has historically produced legendary West Indies players including Sir Vivian Richards, Sir Richie Richardson, Sir Andy Roberts, and Sir Curtly Ambrose.
The four athletes will now join the West Indies team as they prepare to compete against the world’s top junior cricketing nations. Their participation marks another significant chapter in Antigua’s contributions to regional cricket, carrying the hopes of their nation as the West Indies pursues championship glory in the prestigious international tournament.