ST JOHN’S, Antigua – Off spinner Sunil Narine has advised the West Indies Cricket Board that he has opted to remain in India to participate in the final of the Indian Premier League and consequently will not join the West Indies Training Camp in preparation for the Test Series against […]
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West Indies Test Training Squad vs New Zealand
ST JOHN’S, Antigua – The West Indies Cricket Board announced the West Indies training squad for the Test series versus New Zealand. The training camp will include two matches against local opposition at the 3Ws Oval. Training sessions will be held at the Franklyn Stephenson Academy and the Sagicor West […]
WICB statement about the title winners of the Regional 4-Day Tournament
ST. JOHN’S, Antigua – After a few queries and conflicting media reports about the title winners of the Regional 4-Day Tournament, the West Indies Cricket Board wishes to make clear a number of points about the award of the WICB President’s Trophy and the Headley/Weekes Trophy. First, the Playing Conditions […]
14 Players selected to represent Windwards in Under 17 championship
The Windward Islands selectors have announced a 14 man squad to represent the Windward Islands in the West Indies under 17 championship in Tobago in July. The team includes 5 Grenadians, 4 St. Lucians, 3 Dominicans, and 2 Vincentians. The team will be lead by Grenadian Darel Cyrus. The full […]
Ambris looks to step up in the eyes of greatness
CAVE HILL, Barbados – Sunil Ambris has found an extra-special reason to lift his performance during the training camp for the Sagicor West Indies High Performance team and their upcoming series with Bangladesh-A, starting next week in Barbados. The former Young West Indies batsman said the presence of Sir Vivian […]
Cummins looks to work his way
CAVE HILL, Barbados – Miguel Cummins hopes familiarity of the Sagicor West Indies High Performance programme will breed success in their upcoming series against Bangladesh-A, starting next week here. Cummins was part of the second group of players that graduated from the Sagicor WIHPC two years ago and made his […]
Sir Viv helps Sagicor WIHPC prepare for Bangladesh-
CAVE HILL, Barbados – Head coach of the Sagicor West Indies High Performance Centre team Graeme West said the presence of Sir Vivian Richards in the training camp ahead of their series against Bangladesh-A is a welcomed boost for the side’s preparations. Sir Viv will work with the coaching […]
CPL partners with WICB to fund regional First Class contracts – contributes US$360,000 annually towards professionalization of regional cricket
St John’s, Antigua – The West Indies Cricket Board announced today that a critical funding component for the professionalization of First Class cricket will be provided by the Caribbean Premier League (CPL) which will contribute US$360,000 towards the annual retainer contracts for First Class players. Following the last Board meeting […]
WIPA extends thanks to Darren Sammy
Kingston, JAMAICA – The West Indies Players’ Association (WIPA) extends its thanks to Darren Sammy for his service to West Indies Test cricket. WIPA’s President and CEO Wavell Hinds said “He (Sammy) was a valued player and led the team admirably throughout his tenure as captain. We are sadden but […]
Darren Sammy advises WICB of retirement from Test cricket
St John’s, Antigua – Darren Sammy has formally notified the West Indies Cricket Board of his decision to retire from Test cricket. Sammy has also informed the Board of his decision to continue to make himself available for selection for the other formats of the game. Sammy, in his communication […]
WICB announces Ramdin appointed Test captain – Board thanks Sammy for energetic and resolute leadership
St John’s, Antigua – The West Indies Cricket Board today announced that wicketkeeper/batsman Denesh Ramdin has been appointed West Indies Test captain. Ramdin takes over from Darren Sammy who served in the post from October 2010 to May 2014. Ramdin was the standing West Indies Test Vice Captain and previously […]
Grenada to host opening games of the Limacol CPL 2014
The ‘Spice Isle’ will kick off the “Biggest Party in Sport” by hosting the opening of CPL Thursday, 8th May 2014 – St. George’s, Grenada: Carnival cricket fever hits the beautiful island of Grenada with the announcement that the National Cricket Stadium will host the launch and opening round of games […]
WICB and USACA announce joint partnership
St John’s, Antigua – In a move designed to open up more high performance cricket opportunities for United States players, and accelerate cricket development in the USA, the West Indies Cricket Board and USACA today announced a long term joint partnership. As part of the partnership, a member of the […]
Jamaica celebrate capture of Headley/Weekes Trophy
GROS ISLET, St Lucia – Jamaica won the Headley/Weekes Trophy after they dominated Windward Islands in the Final at the Beausejour Cricket Ground, on Tuesday. The match ended in a draw and the Jamaicans were awarded the trophy after gaining more points. Jamaica ended with eight points (2 batting points […]
Jamaica and Windwards confident ahead of big Final
GROS ISLET, St Lucia – An even contest is expected between Jamaica and Windward Islands in the Final of the WICB’s Regional 4Day Tournament. Both camps expressed confidence after Friday’s training sessions as they put plans in place for the opening day on Saturday. First ball at the Beausejour Stadium […]
