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West Indies T20 Squad | West Indies Men’s Cricket Team: West Indies Cricket Team in 2024

In T20 cricket, West Indies is regarded as a powerhouse, known for their aggressive batting style, flamboyant manner of play and jubilant celebrations. With legendary players like Chris Gayle, Kieron Pollard and Dwayne Bravo on whose shoulders they have built their history in T20 cricket, the Windies are an indelible part of the narrative of this form of cricket. Their motive is clear: as the most feared and entertaining team in this format to maintain their ranking while inspiring future generations through passionate playing and innovative techniques. In the short run, they would like to stay near that bracket among the top teams in the ICC T20I rankings. Win huge events such as World Cup T20s or other global tourneys and develop strong young batsmen. But long-term goals involve multiple World Cup T20 triumphs as well as retaining supremacy in T20 cricket plus instilling excellence within their set-up. Despite facing challenges such as player availability, bowling depth, talent integration etc. The Windies T20 Team remains determined in its aspiration to regain its status of being Calypso Cricket’s unrivalled Kings inspired by a heritage steeped deep into cricketing culture and winning traditions.

West Indies T20 Cricket Team

Rovman Powell (Captain)

Rovman Powell

Rovman Powell has become widely recognized as one of West Indies’ dangerous middle-order batsmen and current T20 captain.

Shai Hope

Shai Hope

Shai Hope plays at number 3 for West Indies in the shortest format of the game. In addition to being technically accomplished and having an unflappable temperament that allows him to play long innings, Shai is noted for his calm demeanour on and off the field.

Batting
T20IsT20s
Matches28105
Runs5092407
Innings26101
Not Out29
Balls Faced4061905
High Score55106
Average21.226.16
Strike Rate125.36126.35

Johnson Charles

Johnson Charles

At one time, Johnson Charles was a dominant force in West Indies T20 cricket. Known for his explosive batting and wicket-keeping skills, he played a crucial role in their World Cup T20 triumphs in 2012 and 2016.

Batting
T20IsT20s
Matches48256
Runs10856351
Innings47250
Not Out010
Balls Faced8294856
High Score118118
Average23.0826.46
Strike Rate130.88130.78
Bowling
T20s
Matches256
Balls43
Innings5
Runs69
Wickets5
Average13.8
Strike Rate8.6

Brandon King

Brandon King

The stylish right-handed batsman from Guyana-Brandon King is rapidly making a name for himself within the West Indies T20 setup. Known for playing elegant shots with power behind them; therefore personified as a future star of the Windies.

Batting
T20IsT20s
Matches47134
Runs11503084
Innings45127
Not Out413
Balls Faced8752334
High Score85132
Average28.0427.05
Strike Rate131.42132.13

Nicholas Pooran

Nicholas Pooran

Nicholas Pooran is an indispensable part of the shorter formats team’s scheme towards success. A dynamic player who usually provided an aggressive batting style along with acrobatic glovework behind stumps while performing marvellously well within the shortest format.

Batting
T20IsT20s
Matches88319
Runs18486682
Innings80296
Not Out847
Balls Faced13724571
High Score82102
Average25.6626.83
Strike Rate134.69146.18

Sherfane Rutherford

Sherfane Rutherford

Sherfane Rutherford brings dynamism into the batting crease due to his brutal hitting down to sixes and left-hander strikes mainly through middle overs. 

Batting
T20IsT20s
Matches12127
Runs2122178
Innings10112
Not Out123
Balls Faced1381615
High Score6778
Average23.5524.47
Strike Rate153.62134.86
Bowling
T20IsT20s
Matches12127
Balls42239
Innings321
Runs72357
Wickets19
Average7239.66
Strike Rate4226.5

Shimron Hetmyer

Shimron Hetmyer

Shimron Hetmyer, as the name suggests is a left-handed batsman from Guyana who plays an important role in the West Indies’ T20I batting lineup. His audacity with bat and clean hitting are his trademarks which makes him an exciting watch in T20 matches.

Batting
T20IsT20s
Matches57206
Runs9023954
Innings48188
Not Out438
Balls Faced7632958
High Score81100
Average20.526.36
Strike Rate118.21133.67

Roston Chase

roston chase West Indies T20 Squad | West Indies Men’s Cricket Team: West Indies Cricket Team in 2024

While certainly not the most flamboyant player, Roston Chase has made an immense contribution to Windies T20 cricket. He mainly bowls off-spin but can be relied on to bat with caution and control when needed.

Batting
T20IsT20s
Matches1163
Runs1111130
Innings855
Not Out112
Balls Faced100923
High Score3985
Average15.8526.27
Strike Rate111122.42
Bowling
T20IsT20s
Matches1163
Balls1821009
Innings955
Runs2001108
Wickets949
Average22.2222.61
Strike Rate20.220.5

Jason Holder

Jason Holder

Jason Holder is one of the greatest players ever to step out for the Windies in terms of T20s. A charismatic leader and genuine all-rounder, his presence oozes inspiration and confidence towards the team’s quest for victory.

Batting
T20IsT20s
Matches63249
Runs4912202
Innings44184
Not Out1451
Balls Faced3801712
High Score3869
Average16.3616.55
Strike Rate129.21128.62
Bowling
T20IsT20s
Matches63249
Balls13335079
Innings60243
Runs19066984
Wickets66244
Average28.8728.62
Strike Rate20.120.8

Kyle Mayers

Kyle Mayers

Kyle Mayers is a Barbadian-born left-hand batsman who doubles up as a right-arm medium-fast bowler as well. With his big-hitting ability at such a young stage of his international career also can chip in some overs as well.

Batting
T20IsT20s
Matches34150
Runs6252796
Innings33142
Not Out114
Balls Faced4532147
High Score7385
Average19.5321.84
Strike Rate137.96130.22
Bowling
T20IsT20s
Matches34150
Balls901037
Innings1180
Runs1431276
Wickets040
Average31.9
Strike Rate25.9

Andre Russell

Andre Russell

Andre Russell, from Jamaica, has established himself as one of the most destructive batsmen in the world nowadays. A right-hander and fast bowler with a strongly built frame that allows him to deliver powerful shots whenever he wants; so regarded by many people as the World’s best T-20 player.

Batting
T20IsT20s
Matches75486
Runs9558324
Innings65420
Not Out21116
Balls Faced5844899
High Score71121
Average21.727.38
Strike Rate163.52169.91
Bowling
T20IsT20s
Matches75486
Balls10587679
Innings64436
Runs167311085
Wickets49435
Average34.1425.48
Strike Rate21.517.6

Romario Shepherd

Romario Shepherd

Romario Shepherd is currently one of the most promising all-round cricketers that this country has produced since his birth in Guyana. Often bowling at high speeds; he uses slower deliveries skillfully while being able to send balls out of the park almost effortlessly too.

Batting
T20IsT20s
Matches35115
Runs3171060
Innings2077
Not Out930
Balls Faced214697
High Score4472
Average28.8122.55
Strike Rate148.13152.08
Bowling
T20IsT20s
Matches35115
Balls6281960
Innings32106
Runs10602954
Wickets37126
Average28.6423.44
Strike Rate16.915.5

Akeal Hosein

Akeal Hosein

This article talks about Akeal Hosein, a left-arm orthodox spinner and useful left-handed batsman from Trinidad and Tobago who is fast becoming a star in West Indies T20 cricket. His biting spin, skilful variations and knack for slowing down the scoring rate make him an indispensable member of the Windies’ attack.

Batting
T20IsT20s
Matches47150
Runs175724
Innings2078
Not Out1133
Balls Faced144646
High Score4444
Average19.4416.08
Strike Rate121.52112.07
Bowling
T20IsT20s
Matches47150
Balls9542954
Innings44139
Runs11953388
Wickets38135
Average31.4425.09
Strike Rate25.121.8

Alzarri Joseph

Alzarri Joseph

In Windies T20 cricket, Alzarri Joseph is an intimidating presence as an enormous right-arm fast-medium bowler from Antigua. Despite his reputation as a Test match bowler, Joseph adds some extra pace to the shorter format with aggression and taking wickets.

Batting
T20IsT20s
Matches22107
Runs55308
Innings849
Not Out628
Balls Faced58294
High Score1429
Average27.514.66
Strike Rate94.82104.76
Bowling
T20IsT20s
Matches22107
Balls5072234
Innings22104
Runs7513212
Wickets35125
Average21.4525.69
Strike Rate14.417.8

Gudakesh Motie

Gudakesh Motie

Coming through for Guyana in the Windies T20 cricket is Gudakesh Motie, a left-arm unorthodox spinner. With his elusive style of bowling, he provides some mystery and change to the West Indian attack.

Batting
T20IsT20s
Matches533
Runs067
Innings111
Not Out16
Balls Faced167
High Score022
Average13.4
Strike Rate0100
Bowling
T20IsT20s
Matches533
Balls120678
Innings532
Runs147813
Wickets534
Average29.423.91
Strike Rate2419.9

Oshane Thomas

Oshane Thomas

It is not new what Oshane Thomas does to Jamaica’s speed meant for Windies T20 cricket. With extreme pace, aggressive attitude and wicket-taking ability he becomes a valuable addition to the Caribbean side’s bowling ranks.

Batting
T20IsT20s
Matches2173
Runs919
Innings716
Not Out38
Balls Faced1542
High Score88
Average2.252.37
Strike Rate6045.23
Bowling
T20IsT20s
Matches2173
Balls4081418
Innings2071
Runs6382131
Wickets2186
Average30.3824.77
Strike Rate19.416.4

West Indies T20 Cricket Team Winning Records

West Indies T20 Cricket Team World Cup Records

West Indies T20 Cricket Team  Coach

The West Indies cricket team is preparing for the T20 World Cup 2024 under the leadership of Daren Sammy, an experienced leader who has instilled in them a new sense of purpose and determination. This two-time winning captain of the T20 World Cup is coming into his role as head coach with years of invaluable experience and a winning mentality. In his mind, reigniting their victorious soul, promoting cohesion among teammates as well and playing aggressive but smart cricket which suits them best is what makes up his idea. To compete at the highest level, Sammy wants to build a single-minded team unit with support from competent coaches and other staff members. The Windies are geared towards making a strong statement at the tournament by having short-term goals of getting hold of the T20 World Cup trophy and concentrating on producing a balanced set-up. Moreover, these strategies have to be implemented within the player’s availability range and bowling pool both being limited; among other difficulties, they may come across in this competition like; depth.” With Sammy leading from the front coupled with a common vision for victory, the West Indies cricket team stands ready to again dominate the international arena on the T20 global stage.

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