Kate Wilmott earns maiden call-up as West Indies Women’s squad announced for tour of Pakistan
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- The Cricket West Indies (CWI) Women’s Selection Panel has unveiled the 15-member squad for the upcoming tour to Pakistan, consisting of both T20 Internationals (T20Is) and One Day Internationals (ODIs).
- Notable inclusions in the squad include Kate Wilmott, who earned her maiden call-up to the senior team, and the return of experienced player Chedean Nation.
- Kate Wilmott's selection comes on the heels of her commendable performances in the CG United Women’s Super50 Cup and T20 Blaze tournaments, where her right-arm medium pace caught the attention of selectors.
- Meanwhile, Chedean Nation's return will bolster the team's batting line-up, adding valuable experience to the squad.
- Lead Selector for Women’s cricket Ann Browne-John emphasized the importance of the upcoming series, marking the team's return to international competition after a six-month hiatus.
The Cricket West Indies (CWI) Women’s Selection Panel has unveiled the 15-member squad for the upcoming tour to Pakistan, consisting of both T20 Internationals (T20Is) and One Day Internationals (ODIs).
Notable inclusions in the squad include Kate Wilmott, who earned her maiden call-up to the senior team, and the return of experienced player Chedean Nation.
Kate Wilmott's selection comes on the heels of her commendable performances in the CG United Women’s Super50 Cup and T20 Blaze tournaments, where her right-arm medium pace caught the attention of selectors. Meanwhile, Chedean Nation's return will bolster the team's batting line-up, adding valuable experience to the squad.
Lead Selector for Women’s cricket Ann Browne-John emphasized the importance of the upcoming series, marking the team's return to international competition after a six-month hiatus. Browne-John highlighted the significance of the series in providing crucial preparation for the upcoming T20 World Cup later this year.
Team will assemble in Dubai for a one-week training camp
Following the ODI series, a thrilling five-match T20I series will unfold, offering both teams an opportunity to fine-tune their skills and strategies ahead of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup. The West Indies Women's team will assemble in Dubai for a one-week training camp as part of their preparations for the tour.
The full squad includes familiar faces such as Hayley Matthews, Shemaine Campbelle, and Stafanie Taylor, along with promising talents like Rashada Williams and Jannillea Glasgow. The team will be led by Hayley Matthews, with Shemaine Campbelle serving as vice-captain.
The tour schedule comprises a series of ODIs and T20Is to be played at the National Bank Stadium (NBS) in Karachi. The matches will commence on April 18th, with the West Indies Women's team arriving in Karachi on April 14th.
As anticipation builds for the upcoming series, fans eagerly await the performances of the West Indies Women's team as they seek to make their mark in Pakistan and continue their quest for cricketing excellence on the international stage.
