West Indies T20 World Cup 2024 Squad, List of WI Players, Match Date, Time and Venue

West Indies T20 World Cup Squad:- West Indies announced its 15-member squad for the upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024, which will be co-hosted by the Caribbean nations and the USA. Shamar Joseph, who impressed in his Test debut series against Australia earlier this year, is now poised to mark his T20I debut after being picked for the T20 World Cup squad. Shimron Hetmyer makes a comeback after missing the T20I series against Australia. He has been in good form in the ongoing IPL with the Rajasthan Royals, scoring 83 runs in four innings at a strike rate of 184.44 while playing the finisher’s role. Kyle Mayers, who was part of the squad during the Australia series, was omitted as the Windies opted for a lower-order batter over an opener.

Additionally, pacer Oshane Thomas has been left out of the squad. Johnson Charles, Brandon King, and Shai Hope are expected to fill the top-order positions. The Windies boast a plethora of big hitters and all-rounders, including Nicholas Pooran, Andre Russell, Shimron Hetmyer, Rovman Powell, Jason Holder, Sherfane Rutherford, and Romario Shepherd, providing the team with ample options. Akeal Hosein and Gudakesh Motie form the spin-bowling department, while the pace battery will be led by vice-captain Alzarri Joseph with the support of Shamar Joseph. Director of West Indies Cricket Desmond Haynes spoke about the significant selection decisions.

West Indies T20 World Cup 2024 Squad

The West Indies, co-hosts of the upcoming T20 World Cup 2024, have announced their 15-man squad for the tournament. With two World Cup titles to their name, the Windies aim to reclaim their T20 glory on home soil. Rovman Powell will lead the team as captain, showcasing his explosive batting and leadership skills. Vice-captain Alzarri Joseph will provide essential support with his pace bowling expertise.

West Indies T20 World Cup

Young fast bowler Shamar Joseph, following a stellar Test debut against Australia, is set to make his T20 debut, having been included in the World Cup squad. Additionally, Shimron Hetmyer returns to the squad after missing the recent T20I series against Australia. He has been in impressive form in the IPL, playing as a finisher for the Rajasthan Royals with a strike rate of over 184 and scoring 83 runs in 4 innings.

WI T20 World Cup Team 2024 Details

CategoryDetails
EventICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024
Co-hostsCaribbean nations and the USA
Total Squad Members15
CaptainRovman Powell
Vice-CaptainAlzarri Joseph
Notable DebutantShamar Joseph (T20I debut)
Returning PlayerShimron Hetmyer
Omitted PlayersKyle Mayers, Oshane Thomas
Top-Order BatsmenJohnson Charles, Brandon King, Shai Hope
Big Hitters/All-roundersNicholas Pooran, Andre Russell, Shimron Hetmyer, Rovman Powell, Jason Holder, Sherfane Rutherford, Romario Shepherd
Spin BowlersAkeal Hosein, Gudakesh Motie
Pace BowlersAlzarri Joseph, Shamar Joseph
Head CoachDarren Sammy
Group Stage OpponentsAfghanistan, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, Uganda
First MatchJune 2nd against Papua New Guinea in Guyana
CategoryTrending

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) IPL 2024

West Indies Squad for T20 World Cup 2024

The squad features a robust mix of seasoned veterans and promising newcomers.

PlayerRole
Rovman Powell (Captain)Batsman
Shimron HetmyerBatsman
Brandon KingBatsman
Sherfane RutherfordBatsman
Johnson CharlesWicketkeeper/Batsman
Shai HopeWicketkeeper/Batsman
Nicholas PooranWicketkeeper
Roston ChaseAll-rounder
Andre RussellAll-rounder
Jason HolderBowler/All-rounder
Romario ShepherdBowler/All-rounder
Alzarri JosephBowler
Akeal HoseinBowler
Shamar JosephBowler
Gudakesh MotieBowler
Darren SammyCoach

West Indies is drawn in Group C alongside Afghanistan, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, and Uganda. The two-time T20 World Cup champions will commence their campaign on June 2nd against Papua New Guinea in Guyana.

Gujrat Titans (GT) Owner Name 2024

List of WI Players and Coach

CaptainRovman Powell
Vice-CaptainAlzarri Joseph
Squad MembersRovman Powell (c)
Alzarri Joseph (vc)
Johnson Charles
Roston Chase
Shimron Hetmyer
Jason Holder
Shai Hope
Akeal Hosein
Shamar Joseph
Brandon King
Gudakesh Motie
Nicholas Pooran
Andre Russell
Sherfane Rutherford
Romario Shepherd
Notable DebutantShamar Joseph (T20I debut)
Returning PlayerShimron Hetmyer
Omitted PlayersKyle Mayers, Oshane Thomas
Top-Order BatsmenJohnson Charles, Brandon King, Shai Hope
Big Hitters/All-roundersNicholas Pooran, Andre Russell, Shimron Hetmyer, Rovman Powell, Jason Holder, Sherfane Rutherford, Romario Shepherd
Spin BowlersAkeal Hosein, Gudakesh Motie
Pace BowlersAlzarri Joseph, Shamar Joseph
Head CoachDarren Sammy
Group Stage OpponentsAfghanistan, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, Uganda
First MatchJune 2nd against Papua New Guinea in Guyana
Director of CricketDesmond Haynes

Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru

Fixtures Of WI T20 World Cup 2024

ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 – West Indies Fixtures (Group C matches)
DateDayMatchVenue
02-June-24SundayWest Indies vs Papua New GuineaProvidence, Guyana
09-June-24SundayWest Indies vs UgandaProvidence, Guyana
13-June-24ThursdayWest Indies vs New ZealandTarouba, Trinidad and Tobago
18-June-24SaturdayWest Indies vs AfghanistanGros Islet, Saint Lucia

Groups for T20 World Cup 2024

  • Group A: India, Pakistan, Ireland, Canada, United States
  • Group B: England, Australia, Namibia, Scotland, Oman
  • Group C: New Zealand, West Indies, Afghanistan, Uganda, Papua New Guinea
  • Group D: South Africa, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Netherlands, Nepal

OTT Full Form and Top OTT Platforms in India

FAQ’S

Who is the captain of the West Indies T20 World Cup squad for 2024?

Rovman Powell is the captain of the West Indies T20 World Cup squad for 2024.

Who is the vice-captain of the squad?

Alzarri Joseph is the vice-captain of the West Indies T20 World Cup squad for 2024.

Who are the key returning players in the squad?

Shimron Hetmyer is a key returning player, making a comeback after missing the T20I series against Australia.

Who are the primary top-order batsmen in the squad?

Johnson Charles, Brandon King, and Shai Hope are expected to fill the top-order positions.

Related Posts:-

Intraday Trading

IPL 2024 Coaches: Complete List Of IPL T20

Channai Super Kings (CSK) Owner

WhatsApp Group Join Now
Telegram Group Join Now

Leave a Comment