The stage is set at the picturesque Arnos Vale Ground as Windward Islands Women take on Guyana Women in Match 4 of the Women’s T20 Blaze 2025. With the first ball scheduled for 10 AM AST, both teams will be eager to secure an early win and build momentum in the Caribbean’s premier women’s T20 competition. Expect a thrilling contest as the two sides look to showcase their firepower and tactical prowess under the St. Vincent sun.
Squads:
Guyana Women
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
Windward Islands
Zaida James (C), Holly Charles, Niesha Cherry, Nerissa Crafton, Ashlene Edward, Afy Fletcher, Earnisha Fontaine, Amiah Gilbert, Jannillea Glasgow, Japhina Joseph, Namiah Marcellin, Carena Noel, Selena Ross, Abini St. Jean
Players to watch out:
Mandy Mangru
Guyana’s Mandy Mangru has been a steady performer, scoring 111 runs in four innings at an impressive average of 37.00. With a strike rate of 97.37, she’ll be key in anchoring the innings while keeping the scoreboard ticking.
Plaffiana Millington
Plaffiana Millington was the standout bowler of the 2024 season, finishing as the highest wicket-taker with 11 scalps in just 5 matches. Her sensational average of 4.82, economy of 2.89, and strike rate of 10 make her a potent threat with the ball.
Zaida James
Zaida James proved her value with the ball in the 2024 season, picking up 7 wickets in 4 games at an average of 11.43. With an economy rate of 5.00, she brings control and wicket-taking ability to the Windward Islands’ attack.
Afy Fletcher
Experienced West Indies international Afy Fletcher will lead the spin department for the Windward Islands, ready to weave her magic once again. After delivering key breakthroughs last season, she’s sharpening her skills to make a strong impact in the new 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 20% chances of precipitation are expected for the team. Temperature of 29 degrees Celsius and humidity levels of 77% are anticipated for the day.
Fantasy Playing XI:
Shemaine Campbelle, Ashmini Munisar, Shabika Gajnabi, Zaida James, Plaffiana Millington, Afy Fletcher, Carena Noel, Mandy Mangru, Nyia Latchman, Sheneta Grimmond, Cherry-Ann Fraser
Match details:
Date – May 3, 2025
Time – 7:30 PM IST
Venue – Arnos Vale Ground, Kingston St. Vincent
Broadcast – Match will be live streamed on the Windies Cricket YouTube channel.
