Hosein to lead WI for T20I series in Nepal

CWI is set to make history as it fields a 15-member squad for the T20 International series against Nepal, taking place at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium in the UAE from September 27–30.
This groundbreaking series is part of the team’s preparations for the ICC T20 World Cup 2026, which will be held under subcontinent conditions.
With the series falling outside the ICC’s Future Tours Programme, selectors have used the opportunity to include several emerging players who impressed in the inaugural West Indies Breakout League and the ongoing Caribbean Premier League. At the same time, several senior players have been rested to manage their workloads.
Akeal Hosein, a key member of the T20I leadership group, has been named captain of the squad, which includes six potential debutants. Rayon Griffith will lead the Team Management Unit as Head Coach, while former West Indies Head Coach Ottis Gibson will serve as fast-bowling consultant.
Speaking on the significance of the series, Cricket West Indies Director of Cricket Miles Bascombe related “This series against Nepal is another important step in broadening the horizons of West Indies cricket. It allows our senior men’s team to engage with a passionate emerging nation while providing invaluable match experience in different conditions.”
“Beyond the immediate competition, this tour speaks to our long-term vision of developing a squad that is adaptable, resilient and ready for global challenges. Taking West Indies cricket into new territories and against new opposition also helps us grow the game, inspire new fans, and strengthen the brand of West Indies cricket worldwide.”
The 15-member West Indies T20I squad for the series against Nepal is as follows:
Akeal Hosein (Captain), Fabian Allen, Jewel Andrew, Ackeem Auguste, Navin Bidaisse, Jediah Blades, Keacy Carty, Karima Gore, Jason Holder, Amir Jangoo, Kyle Mayers, Obed McCoy, Zishan Motara, Ramon Simmonds, and Shamar Springer.

Full Tour Schedule:

1st T20I: September 27, 2025 at Sharjah, UAE ​
2nd T20I: September 29, 2025 at Sharjah, UAE
3rd T20I: September 2025, 30 at Sharjah UAE