The Women’s T20 Blaze 2025 is all set to take over the proceedings in the Caribbean islands, as the tournament kicks off on May 1 (10:00 local time) featuring Guyana and the Leeward Islands. Hosted by West Indies Cricket, this marquee domestic event promises a showcase of emerging talent and fierce regional rivalries. Both teams will be eager to set the tone for their campaigns, with Guyana banking on experience and depth, while the Leeward Islands aim to spring a few surprises with their youthful energy and fearless approach.
Squads:
Guyana
Shemaine Campbelle (C), Cherry-Ann Fraser, Shabika Gajnabi, Realeanna Grimmond, Sheneta Grimmond, Nyia Latchman, Mandy Mangru, Tramaine Marks, Katana Mentore, Plaffiana Millington, Ashmini Munisar, Cyanna Retemiah, Anestecia Venezuela, Latoya Williams
Leeward Islands
Amanda Edwards (C), Kimberly Anthony, Reniece Boyce, Kayzg Boyles, Melicia Clarke, Jahzara Claxton, Shawnisha Hector, Qiana Joseph, Rozel Liburd, Tonya Martin, Davronique Maynard, Chey-Anne Moses, Divya Saxena, Saneldo Willett
Players to watch out:
Shemaine Campbelle
Shemaine Campbelle will be a key player to watch for Guyana in the Women’s T20 Blaze 2025. A seasoned campaigner, she brings stability and experience to the middle order. In the 2024 season, she scored 128 runs from 5 innings at an average of 25.60 and a strike rate of 104.92, underlining her value as a dependable run-getter.
Plaffiana Millington
Plaffiana Millington returns to the Women’s T20 Blaze 2025 as Guyana’s trump card with the ball. She was the highest wicket-taker in the 2024 season, claiming 11 wickets in just 5 innings at a stunning average of 4.82, economy of 2.89, and strike rate of 10. Her standout performance included a four-wicket haul, making her a genuine threat to any batting lineup.
Qiana Joseph
Qiana Joseph will be a crucial player for the Leeward Islands in the Women’s T20 Blaze 2025. With 98 runs from 4 innings at a strike rate of 95.15 in the 2024 season, she showcased her ability to anchor the innings and accelerate when needed. Her consistency with the bat makes her a key figure in the Leewards’ top order.
Amanda Edwards
Amanda Edwards adds valuable balance to the Leeward Islands lineup as a reliable all-rounder. She scored 85 runs from 5 innings in the 2024 season and showed promise with the ball, maintaining a steady economy rate of 6.83. Her dual skills make her a vital asset in both departments heading into the 2025 campaign.
Pitch:
The surface is generally considered bowler-friendly and not a batting paradise. The average first innings score is around 135, suggesting that the pitch does not provide conducive conditions for scoring. Spinners are hugely effective, mostly in the middle and the death overs.
Weather:
Clear skies with negligible chances of precipitation are expected for the team. Temperature of 29 degrees Celsius and humidity levels of 78% are anticipated for the day.
Fantasy Playing XI:
Shemaine Campbelle, Cherry-Ann Fraser, Gajnabi, Qiana Joseph, Amanda Edwards, Ashmini Munisar, Divya Saxena, Sheneta Grimmond, Jahzara Claxton, Nyia Latchman, Plaffiana Millington
Match details:
Date – May 1, 2025
Time – 7:30 PM AST
Venue – Arnos Vale Ground, Kingston St. Vincent
Broadcast – The game will be live streamed on the Windies Cricket YouTube channel.
