ABOUT WEST INDIES WOMEN
| Field | Info |
|---|---|
| Captain | Hayley Matthews |
| Coach | Shane Deitz |
| Home Ground | N/A (away tournament) |
| WT20 World Cup Titles | 1 (2016) |
West Indies Women are former champions and one of the most explosive sides when firing, winning the 2016 title in India. Hayley Matthews is a world-class all-rounder and the team’s talisman. They have historically thrived on flat, true pitches, so English conditions will test their adaptability.
STRENGTHS & WEAKNESSES
Strengths: Former champions with proven knockout ability; Hayley Matthews contributes match-winning performances with bat and ball; and power-hitting through the order can take any attack apart.
Weaknesses: Inconsistency in the build-up to major tournaments, and cooler, seaming English conditions less suited to their flat-pitch power game.
WORLD CUP HISTORY
Champions in 2016 — beating Australia in the final in Kolkata. They have reached the knockouts on other occasions but 2016 remains their landmark.
SEASON PREVIEW
West Indies’ fortunes ride heavily on Matthews and how well their power hitters adapt to England. On a good surface they can beat anyone; on a seaming one they may struggle for runs.
KEY PLAYERS
- Hayley Matthews — Captain and premier all-rounder; aggressive opener and effective off-spin.
- Stafanie Taylor — Vastly experienced all-rounder and one of the team’s all-time greats.
- Deandra Dottin — Explosive opener when available; her status has been uncertain — confirm before listing.
FAQ
- Who is the West Indies Women captain at the 2026 Women’s T20 World Cup? — Hayley Matthews.
- How many Women’s T20 World Cup titles has West Indies won? — One (2016).
- Who are West Indies’ key players? — Hayley Matthews, Stafanie Taylor and Deandra Dottin.
- Leagues
- Women's T20 World Cup
- Seasons
- 2026
