The West Indies T20 squad boasts a rich history. The year 2024 was significant, as the West Indies co-hosted the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, achieving a Super 8s finish in the tournament and elevating their T20I ranking to #3 globally from #9 in the preceding year.
Recent achievements include a dominant 6-0 series sweep against South Africa and their first T20I victory in Australia since 2013. The team recently saw a change in leadership, with Shai Hope succeeding Rovman Powell as the T20I captain as of March 31, 2025.
The squad is renowned for its formidable lineup, featuring powerful hitters like Nicholas Pooran (named in the ICC T20I Team of the Year 2024), Shimron Hetmyer, and Johnson Charles, alongside explosive all-rounders such as Andre Russell and Jason Holder, and key bowlers like Akeal Hosein.
| PLAYER NAME | ROLE | STYLE | JERSEY NO |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shai Hope (Captain) | Batter | Batting: Right hand Bat | 4 |
| Alzarri Joseph (Vice Captain) | Bowler | Batting: Right-hand bat Bowling: Right arm Fast | 18 |
| Shimron Hetmyer | Batter | Batting: Left-hand bat | 2 |
| Johnson Charles | Wicket-keeper | Batting: Right-hand bat | 25 |
| Akeal Hosein | Bowler | Batting: Left-hand bat Bowling: Slow Left arm Orthodox | 21 |
| Brandon King | Batter | Batting: Right-hand bat | 53 |
| Nicholas Pooran | Wicket-keeper | Batting: Left-hand bat Bowling: Right-arm off-break | 8 |
| Rovman Powell | Batter | Batting: Right-hand bat Bowling: Right arm Medium fast | 52 |
| Roston Chase | Allrounder | Batting: Right hand Bat Bowling: Right arm Offbreak | 10 |
| Gudakesh Motie | Bowler | Batting: Left-hand bat Bowling: Slow Left arm Orthodox | 64 |
| Andre Russell | Allrounder | Batting: Right hand Bat Bowling: Right arm Fast | 12 |
| Sherfane Rutherford | Batter | Batting: Left-hand Bat Bowling: Right arm Fast medium | 50 |
| Romario Shepherd | Allrounder | Batting: Right-handed Bowling: Right-arm fast-medium | 16 |
| Shamar Joseph | Bowler | Batting: Left-Handed Bowling: Right arm Fast | 70 |
| Kyle Mayers | Batting Allrounder | Batting: Left Handed Bat Bowling: Right-arm medium | 71 |
| Matthew Forde | Bowler | Batting: Right-Handed Bowling: Right arm Medium | 5 |
| Obed McCoy | Bowler | Batting: Left-handed Bowling: Left-arm fast-medium | 61 |
| Alick Athanaze | Batter | Batting: Left hand Bat Bowling: Right arm Offbreak | 28 |
| Evin Lewis | Batter | Batting: Left hand Bat | 17 |
| Fabian Allen | Bowling Allrounder | Batting: Right hand Bat Bowling: Slow Left arm Orthodox | 97 |
| Justin Greaves | Allrounder | Batting: Right hand Bat Bowling: Right arm Medium | 66 |
| Shamar Springer | Allrounder | Batting: Right hand Bat Bowling: Right arm Fast medium | 54 |
| Andre Fletcher | Batter | Batting: Right hand Bat Bowling: Right arm Medium fast, Legbreak | 72 |
| Terrance Hinds | Bowler | Batting: Right hand Bat Bowling: Right arm Medium fast | 14 |
| Jayden Seales | Bowler | Batting: Left hand Bat Bowling: Right arm Fast medium | 33 |
| Hayden Walsh | Bowler | Batting: Left hand Bat Bowling: Legbreak Googly | 86 |
| Keacy Carty | Batter | Batting: Right hand Bat Bowling: Right arm Medium | 18 |
ABOUT THE WEST INDIES T20I SQUAD
Captain – Shai Hope
Vice Captain – Alzarri Joseph
Head Coach – Daren Sammy
Batting /Bowling Coach – Carl Hooper, Kemar Roach
Fielding Coach – Rawl Lewis
History and Key Events of the West Indies T20 Squad
The West Indies cricket team has undergone leadership changes, with Kraigg Brathwaite stepping down as Test captain on March 31, 2025. Shai Hope, already the ODI captain since 2022, also took charge of the T20I side, replacing Rovman Powell.
Rovman Powell served as the West Indies T20I skipper since 2023 and led the team during the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024, which was co-hosted by the West Indies.
Shai Hope’s tenure as T20I captain is set to begin with a tour of Ireland and England in June 2025, featuring three T20Is against each side.
The West Indies were two-time champions of the T20 World Cup in 2012 and 2016. In the ICC T20 World Cup 2022, Ireland notably upset the West Indies by nine wickets, eliminating the Caribbean team from the tournament.
The West Indies co-hosted the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 with the United States of America. This event was considered a “transformative year” for Cricket West Indies (CWI).
Records and Achievements
In 2024, the West Indies Men’s T20I team achieved a #3 ranking in T20I cricket, rising significantly from #9 in the previous year.
During the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024, the team reached the Super 8s (knockout stage). They won 5 out of 7 matches in this tournament, achieving a 71.40% win rate.
In 2024, the West Indies Men’s team secured a dominant 6-0 series sweep against South Africa on either side of the T20 World Cup. They also achieved their first T20I win in Australia since 2013 by winning the 3rd T20I against Australia.
Overall T20I series results for the CWI Men’s team from January 1 to December 31, 2024, show 14 wins and 12 losses out of 27 matches, with one no result, resulting in a 53.80% win rate.
In head-to-head T20 matches against Ireland, the West Indies have played eight games, with each team winning three, and two yielding no results.
Famous Players
The West Indies T20 squad features a formidable batting lineup and talented all-rounders and bowlers. Key players mentioned across the sources include:
Keacy Carty – Replaced Brandon King for the Ireland series in 2025.
Shai Hope (Captain) – Also named in the T20I squad for the 2025 series against Ireland.
Rovman Powell (Former Captain)
Nicholas Pooran – Named in the ICC T20I Team of the Year 2024 and ICC T20 World Cup Team of the Tournament 2024, known for his power-hitting. He was rested for the England and Ireland series in June 2025 due to an extended IPL campaign.
Shimron Hetmyer – A hard-hitting left-hander, included in the 14-member squad for the 2025 T20I series against Ireland. He scored 968 runs in 63 T20Is for the West Indies as of June 2025.
Andre Russell – An explosive all-rounder, who returned to the T20I setup in 2025 after an injury.
Jason Holder – A veteran all-rounder who returned to the T20I setup in 2025. His injury prior to the 2024 T20 World Cup was seen as a blow to the team.
Alzarri Joseph (Vice-captain for T20 World Cup 2024)
Akeal Hosein – Was the leading wicket-taker for West Indies in 2024 with 29 wickets in T20Is, and reached #1 in ICC T20I Bowling Rankings in December 2024.
Shamar Joseph – Made his T20I World Cup debut after a notable Test debut series against Australia.
Brandon King – Served as vice-captain against England in June 2025 but missed the Ireland series due to personal commitments.
Roston Chase – Featured in the England series before joining the Test squad camp.
Matthew Forde – Named in the T20I squads for the 2025 England and Ireland series.
Jyd Goolie – Earned his maiden call-up to the senior team for the Ireland series in 2025.
FAQs
Shai Hope took charge of the T20I side in March 2025. He is also the ODI captain.
Rovman Powell was the T20I skipper, a role he held since 2023. He led the team during the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024.
His captaincy tenure is set to begin with a tour of Ireland and England in June 2025.
Tournament History and Performance
The West Indies are two-time champions, having won the T20 World Cup in 2012 and 2016.
As co-hosts, they reached the Super 8s (knockout stage), winning 5 out of their 7 matches in the tournament.
In the 2022 tournament, Ireland defeated the West Indies by nine wickets, which eliminated them from the competition.
Recent Records and Rankings
The team achieved a #3 ranking in T20I cricket in 2024, a significant rise from their #9 position in the previous year.
From January 1 to December 31, 2024, the team played 27 matches, winning 14 and losing 12, with one no-result.
They secured a dominant 6-0 series sweep against South Africa on either side of the T20 World Cup in 2024.
They have played eight T20 matches, with each team winning three, and two matches having no result.
Player Information
Key players include Shai Hope (Captain), former captain Rovman Powell, Nicholas Pooran, Shimron Hetmyer, Andre Russell, Jason Holder, Alzarri Joseph, and Akeal Hosein.
Nicholas Pooran received this honor and was also named in the ICC T20 World Cup Team of the Tournament 2024.
Akeal Hosein was the leading wicket-taker with 29 wickets and reached the #1 spot in the ICC T20I Bowling Rankings in December 2024.
Jyd Goolie earned his maiden call-up to the senior team for the T20I series against Ireland in 2025.
Veteran all-rounders Andre Russell and Jason Holder returned to the T20I squad in 2025.
Team Strengths and Weaknesses
The team’s primary strength is its formidable batting arsenal, featuring powerful hitters and lethal finishers. Playing in the Caribbean is also noted as a home advantage.
Identified weaknesses include a bowling line-up that can concede a high number of runs and a lack of spin attack options.