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In a unique approach by the West Indies Cricket Board, their men’s T20 World Cup cricketers have announced the women’s T20 World Cup squad. The Women of Maroon will be looking for their second title in Women’s World Cup history.
West Indies men did a great job at the ICC T20 World Cup 2026, as they reached the Super-8 stage of the competition. Although they defeated teams like England in the group stage, they were not able to register wins against teams like South Africa and India.
Members of the men’s team stepped forward to announce the Women’s ICC T20 World Cup squad. Captain Shai Hope named Hayley Matthews as the captain of the team, who will be aiming for their first win since 2016.
West Indies women’s squad announced for ICC Women’s T20 World Cup
West Indies have appointed all-rounder Hayley Matthews as the captain of the West Indies women’s team, who looks promising with a good mix of youth and experience. Matthews will be supported by the experience of veteran stars Stephanie Taylor and Deandra Dottin.
Shaft: Hayley Matthews (captain), Chinelle Henry, Deandra Dottin, Shamaine Campbell, Ashmini Munisar, Karishma Ramharrack, Janilia Glasgow, Jahjara Claxton, Stafanie Taylor, Afi Fletcher, Aliya Alleyne, Kianna Joseph, Zaida James, Mandy Mangroo, Shaunisha Hector.
Squad revealed!
The Maroons are supporting the Maroon Warriors as they prepare to take our passion, energy and West Indies spirit to the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup in England and Wales.#MaroonWarriors | #T20WorldCup pic.twitter.com/rVE5tbhsgw
– Windies Cricket (@windiescricket) May 28, 2026
West Indies confident of spinners despite World Cup in England; All-rounders increase their strength
The West Indies team includes a number of spinners as they look to face a spin-heavy attack. Ashmini Muniser, Afi Fletcher, Mandy Mangroo, Karishma Ramharrack, Hayley Matthews and Zaida James remain the spinners who can swing their arms.
Additionally, their seam bowling deck also includes a number of players; However, most of them are all-rounders. This seems to be the biggest positive for them in this T20 World Cup, as they have the strongest core, their all-rounders are highly skilled athletes with global exposure.
West Indies schedule in Women’s T20 World Cup 2026
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