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West Indies Women Finalize Squad for England White-Ball Tour Under Hayley Matthews

The squad, featuring a mix of experience and emerging talent, includes replacements for injured players as the team prepares to rebuild after missing the ODI World Cup for the first time in 20 years.

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Overview

  • West Indies Women have announced a 15-member squad for their England white-ball tour from May 21 to June 8, featuring three T20Is and three ODIs.
  • All-rounder Hayley Matthews will captain the team, which combines seasoned players and promising newcomers.
  • Chinelle Henry and Rashada Williams were ruled out due to injuries and have been replaced by Realeanna Grimmond and Jahzara Claxton.
  • The tour marks a critical rebuilding phase after the team failed to qualify for the ODI World Cup for the first time in two decades.
  • Head coach Shane Dietz views the tour as a valuable opportunity to test skills and regain competitiveness against a top-ranked team.