Cricket West Indies (CWI) has announced the squad for the upcoming three-match T20 International (T20I) series against Bangladesh, set to take place from December 15 to 19, 2024, at the Arnos Vale Stadium in St. Vincent and the Grenadines. This series, the last on home soil for the year, will mark the return of experienced wicketkeeper-batter Johnson Charles after being sidelined for the past two series due to injury.
Charles, a two-time T20 World Cup champion, brings a wealth of experience and firepower to the squad. His return adds depth to a team looking to end the year on a high note. Joining him in the lineup is Keacy Carty, who has earned his first T20 International call-up following an impressive Caribbean Premier League (CPL) season. Carty’s inclusion strengthens the middle-order options for the West Indies.
Rovman Powell will captain the squad, with Brandon King serving as vice-captain. Head Coach Daren Sammy expressed confidence in the team’s readiness, emphasizing the importance of depth and experience for this competitive series. “The squad was carefully selected with the players available to us, and I believe this is our most settled squad with the experience needed to win championships,” Sammy said.
Sammy also highlighted the significance of the series for fans in St. Vincent and the Grenadines. “We all would love to give the Caribbean people a good pre-Christmas gift by winning the series to close off the year, especially for the people of St. Vincent and the Grenadines who didn’t get to see the West Indies team during the World Cup,” he added.
Shai Hope and Sherfane Rutherford will miss the series due to commitments in the Big Bash League, while Akeal Hosein will be unavailable for the final match for similar reasons. Jayden Seales will replace Hosein after the first two games of the series.
The series will serve as a stepping stone towards the 2026 ICC T20 World Cup, with the squad’s composition reflecting a focus on continuity and long-term preparation.
West Indies CG United T20I Squad
Rovman Powell (Captain)
Brandon King (Vice-Captain)
Keacy Carty
Johnson Charles
Roston Chase
Justin Greaves
Terrance Hinds
Akeal Hosein
Alzarri Joseph
Evin Lewis
Obed McCoy
Gudakesh Motie
Nicholas Pooran
Romario Shepherd
Shamar Springer
Jayden Seales replaces Akeal Hosein after the first two games of the series.
West Indies vs Bangladesh CG United T20I Home Series Schedule
1st T20I: December 15, 2024, Arnos Vale Stadium, St. Vincent
2nd T20I: December 17, 2024, Arnos Vale Stadium, St. Vincent
3rd T20I: December 19, 2024, Arnos Vale Stadium, St. Vincent
The squad and management are eager to close out 2024 on a high note, with fans looking forward to an exciting and competitive series against Bangladesh.