ST JOHN’S, Antigua — The Caribbean is bracing for an electrifying surge of cricketing excellence as Cricket West Indies (CWI) officially unveiled the full fixtures and squads for the 2025 Women’s T20 Blaze, set to light up St. Vincent from May 1 to 11.
Showcasing the crème de la crème of regional women’s T20 talent, the tournament will pit six formidable teams—Barbados, Guyana, Jamaica, Leeward Islands, Trinidad & Tobago, and hosts Windward Islands—against each other in a battle where bold strategy meets blazing ambition.
“This tournament is the pinnacle of domestic women’s T20 cricket in the West Indies,” CWI stated, underscoring the prestige that surrounds this premier event.
Across 16 high-stakes matches, the teams will compete in a round-robin preliminary stage at the iconic Arnos Vale Ground, with the top two squads earning the right to clash in a thrilling final on Sunday, May 11. Every match will stream live on the Windies Cricket YouTube channel, with real-time updates available via the official website.
The road to victory: Format & points
Each win will net teams six points, with three for a no-result and none for a loss. Performance-based bonus points for batting and bowling further raise the competitive bar—ensuring that every delivery, every boundary, and every wicket could tip the scales.
Spotlight on squads: Regional firepower unleashed
Barbados
Led by the dynamic Trishan Holder, Barbados features powerhouses like Shamilia Connell and the Knight sisters, Kycia and Kyshona. Under the seasoned eye of Head Coach Roderick Estwick, the Bajans are poised to make a deep run.
Guyana
With Shemaine Campbelle at the helm and a squad enriched with all-rounder prowess—Cherry-Ann Fraser, Shabika Gajnabi, and the enigmatic Ashmini Munisar—Guyana fields a unit primed for impact.
Jamaica
A team brimming with experience and raw talent, Jamaica is captained by Rashada Williams and features veterans such as Chinelle Henry and Chedean Nation. Head Coach Shane Brooks will be aiming to craft a title-worthy campaign.
Leeward Islands
Under the leadership of Amanda Edwards, and with bowling spearhead Shawnisha Hector, the Leewards aim to defy expectations and shake up the leaderboard with their fearless cricket.
Trinidad & Tobago
The Red Force Divas will rally behind the legendary Anisa Mohammed, with a potent line-up that includes Britney Cooper, Djenaba Joseph, and Rachel Vincent, all guided by former West Indies captain Merissa Aguilera, now turned coach.
Windward Islands
Hosts Windward Islands will be banking on rising star Zaida James, along with veterans like Afy Fletcher and Jannillea Glasgow, to make home advantage count. The tactical leadership of Coach Walter Emmanuel may prove pivotal.
Match schedule highlights
- Opening Day (May 1): Windward Islands take on Jamaica under the lights in what promises to be a showstopper; earlier in the day, Guyana faces Leeward Islands, followed by a fierce duel between Barbados and Trinidad & Tobago.
- Crucial Clashes: Jamaica vs. Barbados (May 7) could well decide a finalist; and don’t miss Barbados vs. Guyana on May 5, a fixture teeming with history and rivalry.
- Grand Finale (May 11): The top two teams, battle-tested and burning with desire, will contest for regional supremacy from 2:30 PM AST.
As the countdown begins, one thing is clear: this is more than just a tournament—it’s a statement. A statement of growth, grit, and the rising power of women’s cricket in the West Indies.
“The stage is set, the stakes are high, and the women of the Caribbean are ready to blaze a trail into cricketing history.”
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