Cricket West Indies (CWI) has named the squad for the West Indies Women’s tour of India in December 2024, a series that includes three T20 Internationals and three One-Day Internationals. The tour presents a key opportunity for the team to test their mettle against India, currently ranked third in both formats. Notably absent from the squad is veteran all-rounder Stafanie Taylor, who is continuing her rehabilitation from injury.

The series kicks off on December 15 with the first T20I at the Dr. DY Patil Sports Academy in Navi Mumbai, followed by the ODI series at the Vadodara International Cricket Stadium starting December 22. The ODI matches hold added significance as they contribute crucial points toward the ICC Women’s Championship.

The West Indies Women, ranked sixth in both T20Is and ODIs, will aim to replicate their 3-0 T20I series win from their last white-ball tour of India in 2016. However, they face a formidable challenge against an Indian team fresh off a 2-1 ODI series win over reigning ICC Women’s T20 World Cup champions New Zealand.

Led by captain Hayley Matthews, the squad features a mix of experienced players and promising talent. Matthews will be supported by vice-captain Shemaine Campbelle and veterans like Deandra Dottin and Shamilia Connell. Rising stars such as Zaida James and Nerissa Crafton add depth to the team, signaling the focus on developing future leaders in West Indies cricket.

Head Coach Shane Deitz expressed confidence in the team’s potential following their semifinal finish at the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup earlier this year. “We want to take the good momentum we gained at the T20 World Cup into this series. We showed that we can compete against the top teams, which was pleasing,” Deitz said. “The consistency of high-level performance is what we need to keep working towards, and this is a good opportunity to play six matches against one of the best teams in the world.”

Deitz also emphasized the importance of the Indian tour in showcasing players to franchise cricket scouts, particularly those involved with the Women’s Premier League (WPL). “It is good for our ladies to start getting their names in front of those people, to hopefully open some opportunities in the future,” he added.

The tour will be preceded by a 10-day acclimatization camp in India, allowing the team to adjust to local conditions and prepare for the challenge ahead.

West Indies Women’s Squad for India Tour:
Hayley Matthews (Captain)
Shemaine Campbelle (Vice-Captain)
Aaliyah Alleyne
Shamilia Connell
Nerissa Crafton
Deandra Dottin
Afy Fletcher
Shabika Gajnabi
Chinelle Henry
Zaida James
Qiana Joseph
Mandy Mangru
Ashmini Munisar
Karishma Ramharack
Rashada Williams
Team Management:
Head Coach: Shane Deitz
Manager: Sheena Gooding
Assistant Coaches: Ryan Austin, Damien Wright
Team Analyst: Gary Belle
Physiotherapist: Angelica Holder
Strength & Conditioning Coach: Antonia Burton
Performance Coach: Dr. Nadine Sammy
Media & Content Officer: Nicholas Maitland
The West Indies Women’s series against India promises to be a compelling contest and a critical step in the team’s development as they continue to solidify their place among the world’s elite cricketing nations.