Cricket West Indies has confirmed an unchanged women’s squad selection for their upcoming T20 International series against Australia’s top-ranked team, scheduled for March 19-23 at Arnos Vale Cricket Ground in St. Vincent and the Grenadines.
The Caribbean side, fresh from their recent home tour against Sri Lanka, will field the same roster that demonstrated resilience in their previous encounter. Despite losing the ODI series 2-1 to Sri Lanka, the team showcased their potential with a spectacular century from captain Hayley Matthews that secured a decisive six-wicket victory in the final match.
This series represents a critical preparatory phase for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup in the United Kingdom later this year. The West Indies lineup blends seasoned veterans with promising young talent, featuring established stars Stafanie Taylor and Deandra Dottin alongside emerging prospects Eboni Brathwaite (17) and Jahzara Claxton (19). Wicketkeeper-batter Shemaine Campbelle approaches a significant milestone, poised to earn her 150th T20 International cap during the competition.
Head Coach Shane Deitz emphasized the strategic importance of facing the world’s best team before the global tournament. “We’re genuinely excited about testing ourselves against the number one ranked team,” Deitz stated. “This series provides the perfect benchmark to evaluate our progress since our last meeting in October 2023 and identify areas needing improvement before the World Cup in June.”
The teams will subsequently travel to Warner Park in St. Kitts and Nevis for a three-match ODI series following the T20 encounters. Cricket enthusiasts across the region can attend all matches free of charge or stream the action via ESPN’s Disney+ service, ensuring widespread accessibility to what promises to be an electrifying display of women’s cricket.