West Indies Announce T20 World Cup Squad: All-Rounders Dominate, Hope to Lead

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News18•26-01-2026, 19:32
West Indies Announce T20 World Cup Squad: All-Rounders Dominate, Hope to Lead
- •Two-time champions West Indies have revealed their T20 World Cup squad, with Shai Hope retaining captaincy.
- •The team features a strong contingent of all-rounders, including Jason Holder, Romario Shepherd, and Rovman Powell, who return after missing the Afghanistan series.
- •West Indies is placed in Group C alongside England, Italy, Nepal, and Scotland, with their first match on February 7 against Scotland in Kolkata.
- •Key players like Shimron Hetmyer, Sherfane Rutherford, and Romario Shepherd are expected to be match-winners.
- •Eleven players from the previous T20 World Cup squad have been retained, ensuring experience in the team.
Why It Matters: West Indies unveil a strong, all-rounder-heavy squad for the T20 World Cup, aiming for a third title.
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