What Happened
Cricket West Indies (CWI) has announced a 15-member squad for the upcoming three-match Women’s T20 International Series against Sri Lanka, scheduled from February 28 to March 3 at the National Cricket Stadium in St George’s, Grenada. The series follows Sri Lanka Women’s recent success in the One-Day International (ODI) series, where they secured a 2-0 lead against the West Indies Women.
Why It Matters
The T20 series is crucial as it serves as a preparation phase for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026, which will take place in the United Kingdom from June 12 to July 5. The West Indies team, led by captain Hayley Matthews, aims to build momentum in the shortest format of the game. Notably, 17-year-old Eboni Brathwaite has been called up to the senior squad following her impressive performance in the regional T20 Blaze tournament.
What’s Next
As the West Indies Women prepare for the T20 series, they will look to bounce back from their recent ODI defeats. The squad has made strategic changes, with Brathwaite, Zaida James, and Mandy Mangru joining the team, replacing Ashmini Munisar, Shunelle Sawh, and Realeanna Grimmond. The series promises to deliver high-octane cricket as both teams gear up for the World Cup.