Guyanese players excited to play WCPL at home

The Massy Women’s Caribbean Premier League (WCPL) 2025 is set to bowl off on Saturday, September 6, at the Guyana National Stadium, Providence, with the first of seven exciting clashes.
The Trinbago Knight Riders claimed the inaugural title in 2022, while the Barbados Royals dominated the past two editions in 2023 and 2024. The Guyana Amazon Warriors, still in search of their maiden trophy, will be eyeing glory on home turf in Providence.

Veteran Guyanese player Shemaine Campbelle, who has featured in every WCPL season to date, believes the stage is set for her side. “WCPL playing in Guyana for the first time is a big move, especially to bring out the young girls to the game and encourage them to get involved.
​​“This year will be a good year for GAW; the squad is balanced, and we just want to go out there and showcase our talent with the brand of cricket we play. Playing at Providence, a venue we know pretty well, gives us the advantage, and it will be great to give the fans something to cheer about.”
Rising star Ashmini Munisar, who debuted in 2024, is also relishing the home advantage. “It’s really exciting to know that for the first time the WCPL is being played in Guyana. As a Guyanese player, it’s really something special to be playing at home and in conditions I’m familiar with; I’m definitely looking forward to making use of that. Playing in front of my home crowd with family and friends looking on would be an unforgettable experience, and hopefully the support from the fans brings out even more energy and excitement.”
“It is good to start at home in such a big tournament where we are familiar with the conditions. I am looking forward to support from family and friends and to playing against good opposition players too. “I am excited,” says 20-year-old newcomer Realeanna Grimmond.
The Guyana Amazon Warriors will be in action on the opening day against the Trinbago Knight Riders from 14:00h. Two-time defending champions, the Barbados Royals, will begin their title defence the following day, facing the Warriors from 15:00h.
All matches will be played at the Guyana National Stadium, Providence.