Results for: West Indies

David Warner, Australia’s veteran left-handed opener, believes that scoring runs in the Caribbean during the T20 World Cup in June will be difficult due to slow pitch conditions and the ball turning more. The tournament will be jointly hosted by the West Indies and the USA from June 1-29. Warner highlights the difference between the high run-scoring rates in the IPL 2024 and the slower-paced pitches in the Caribbean, where the average run rate in T20Is since 2021 has been 7.91. He emphasizes the need for batters to adjust their tempo and find ways to score big on slow wickets. Warner’s experience playing in the Caribbean, including the 2010 T20 World Cup, gives him valuable insights into the challenges that Australian batters will face.

Former West Indies bowling all-rounder Sunil Narine has confirmed that he will not reverse his retirement decision for the upcoming T20 World Cup. Despite his impressive performances for Kolkata Knight Riders in the IPL, Narine stated that he is content with his retirement and will support the West Indies team from the sidelines.

Hayley Matthews’ second century of the series, a 141 off 149 balls, propelled West Indies to a crushing 88-run victory over Pakistan in the third and final ODI in Karachi, completing a clean sweep of the series. Pakistan’s bowlers struggled to contain Matthews, who put the visitors in a commanding position with a 101-run partnership with Stafanie Taylor. Pakistan’s response was feeble, with Muneeba Ali’s 38 the highest score as they were bowled out for 190 in the 48th over. Matthews also contributed with the ball, taking 2 for 26 in eight overs, as West Indies sealed a comprehensive victory.

Former West Indies bowling all-rounder Sunil Narine has extinguished hopes of a return to international cricket for the upcoming T20 World Cup 2024, despite his impressive performances in the IPL 2024. Narine last represented West Indies in August 2019 and retired in November last year, focusing on franchise cricket worldwide. Despite attempts to convince him to reverse his decision, Narine remains firm in his retirement stance.

West Indies’ Sunil Narine, despite his outstanding IPL season, has reaffirmed his decision to remain retired from international cricket, including the upcoming T20 World Cup. Narine expressed gratitude for the public’s desire for his return but emphasized his peace with the decision and support for the team from home.

Sunil Narine has officially confirmed that he will not be returning from international retirement to represent the West Indies in the upcoming T20 World Cup. Despite his impressive recent form with Kolkata Knight Riders, Narine remains adamant that his decision to retire from international cricket stands. He expressed support for the current team and wished them well in their pursuit of another title.

Sunil Narine has declined a potential recall to West Indies’ T20 World Cup squad. Despite his impressive performances for Kolkata Knight Riders in the IPL, Narine insists that he won’t reverse his decision to retire from international cricket made in November 2023.