ST JOHN’S, Antigua – Cricket West Indies has officially crowned two champions following the conclusion of an electrifying 2026 women’s regional season. The Leeward Islands secured their historic first title in the CWI T20 Blaze, while Jamaica staged a remarkable comeback to claim the CG United Women’s Super50 Cup in a dramatic finale.
The T20 Blaze tournament witnessed the emergence of the Leeward Islands as an unstoppable force, completing a perfect campaign without a single defeat. Their championship clash against Barbados at Arnos Vale Playing Field delivered high drama amid challenging weather conditions. After being put into bat, the Leewards posted 111-6, powered by opener Shawnisha Hector’s magnificent 58 runs from 44 deliveries. When rain interrupted play during Barbados’ chase, the Duckworth-Lewis-Stern method confirmed the Leewards’ victory by six runs, triggering euphoric celebrations among the first-time champions.
Meanwhile, Jamaica engineered one of the most spectacular turnarounds in recent cricketing history to capture the 50-over championship. Entering the final round in fifth position, the Jamaicans capitalized on favorable results elsewhere before delivering a commanding performance against the Leeward Islands. Their bowlers dismantled the opposition for 146 runs, with Chedean Nation claiming four wickets. The chase was masterfully guided by a 94-run opening partnership between Chrishana McKenzie and Lena Scott, securing an eight-wicket victory that propelled Jamaica to the top of the standings with 21 points.
The final league table reflected an extraordinarily competitive season, with merely two points separating the top four teams. Windward Islands and Guyana finished tied on 20 points each, while Trinidad and Tobago closed with 19 points after defeating Barbados in their final match.
Individual excellence shone throughout both tournaments, with Shawnisha Hector earning the T20 Blaze Most Runs and Best All Rounder awards. The Super50 Cup recognized Jannillea Glasgow as both leading run-scorer and premier all-rounder, while bowling honors went to Ashmini Munisar (T20) and Anisa Mohammed (50-over).
Cricket West Indies praised all six participating teams for exhibiting exceptional skill and sportsmanship throughout the season, noting that these tournaments significantly strengthen the foundation for women’s cricket development across the Caribbean region.