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West Indies Announce Squad for T20 World Cup 2026; 6 IPL Stars Make the Cut
The squad blends 11 returning World Cup players with new talent, including Quentin Sampson, who was the third-highest run-scorer in the Caribbean Premier League, selectors said.
- On Jan 26, 2026, West Indies finalised a 15-player squad captained by Shai Hope, published from New Delhi for the men's T20 team.
- Facing SA20 availability and franchise workloads, selectors opted for a mix of seasoned campaigners and emerging talent, recalling Roston Chase, Akeal Hosein, and Sherfane Rutherford while ruling out injured Evin Lewis and Alzarri Joseph.
- Quentin Sampson's CPL form earned him a maiden T20I call-up and he debuted in the Afghanistan series, while fast bowler Shamar Joseph featured twice after limited CPL matches.
- Placed in Group C, the West Indies face England, Italy, Scotland and Nepal with 11 players returning from the home World Cup two years ago, boosting experience.
- Next month, the West Indies begin their campaign on February 7 at Eden Gardens in Kolkata against Scotland, fielding a roster markedly different from the second-string Afghanistan tour side.
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West Indies name squad for ICC Mens T20 World Cup 2026 - The Tribune
The West Indies cricket team have named a strong 15-member squad for the upcoming ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 in India and Sri Lanka, according to the ICC. The marquee tournament will begin on February 7.
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West Indies announce T20 World Cup 2026 squad; Evin Lewis, Alzarri Joseph ruled out
West Indies have named their 15-player T20 World Cup 2026 squad, blending experienced stars and newcomers like Quentin Sampson and Shamar Joseph. Key seniors return, while Evin Lewis and Alzarri Joseph miss out. They open against Scotland on February 7 at Eden Gardens.
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West Indies squad for T20 World Cup 2026: Shai Hope set to lead largely experienced team; Lewis overlooked
West Indies announced its squad for the T20 World Cup 2026 on Monday, with Shai Hope set to lead an experienced side in the tournament beginning on February 7 in India and Sri Lanka.
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