Cricket West Indies (CWI) has announced the 15-member squad for the three-match T20 International series against Sri Lanka, scheduled for June 11–14 at Sabina Park in Jamaica. This series marks the West Indies’ first T20 assignment since the team’s strong showing in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup in February and March and forms an important part of long-term preparations for the 2028 edition in Australia and New Zealand.
Exciting young batting talents Ackeem Auguste and Jewel Andrew, along with all-rounder Shamar Springer, are the three changes to the squad that featured at the global event in India and Sri Lanka, where the “Men in Maroon” fell just short of reaching the semi-finals.
Fast bowler Alzarri Joseph was not considered for selection as part of workload management plans and will continue his training and preparation ahead of the two-match test series being held in Antigua.
Head Coach Daren Sammy believes the series offers an excellent opportunity for the players to entertain home supporters while showcasing an exciting brand of cricket.
“This series is an important one for us as it’s our first since the World Cup in India, where the team played with passion, fight and the togetherness that West Indies cricket is built on. Our focus now is to build on those foundations, continue growing as a team and make our fans proud with the way we compete against Sri Lanka.”
Shamar Joseph who returned home ahead of the third ODI against the Sri Lankans due to personal reasons is expected to return ahead of the series on June 9.
West Indies T20 Squad vs Sri Lanka
Shai Hope (Captain); Jewel Andrew; Ackeem Auguste; Roston Chase; Matthew Forde; Shimron Hetmyer; Jason Holder; Akeal Hosein; Shamar Joseph; Brandon King; Gudakesh Motie; Rovman Powell; Sherfane Rutherford; Romario Shepherd and Shamar Springer
Match Schedule
1st T20I: June 11 – Sabina Park, Jamaica @ 7:30pm in Jamaica/8:30pm AST
2nd T20I: June 13 – Sabina Park, Jamaica @ 7:30pm in Jamaica/8:30pm AST
3rd T20I: June 14 – Sabina Park, Jamaica @ 7:30pm in Jamaica/8:30pm AST
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