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India Today
18-07-2025
- Sport
- India Today
LA Olympics 2028: West Indies' cricket dream in doubt as identuty rules clash
Cricket is returning to the Olympics in 2028 in Los Angeles after a 128-year absence. That's big news for the sport—but for the West Indies, it's complicated. The iconic team that turns 100 in 2028 might not even get to Because the West Indies, as we know, isn't an actual country. It's a combined cricket team made up of 12 sovereign nations and multiple overseas territories—Jamaica, Barbados, Trinidad & Tobago, Guyana, and others. In the Olympic world, only countries with recognised National Olympic Committees (NOCs) can take part. Which means there's technically no place for a "West Indies" this isn't just theory. In the 2022 Commonwealth Games, Barbados competed on its own in the women's T20 event. That was a preview of the Olympic challenge: if each country plays separately in multi-sport events, can a united West Indies team exist in the Olympic Games? 'There is currently no clear pathway for a West Indies cricket team to participate in the Olympics,' CWI president Kishore Shallow told AFP. 'Cricket's return to the Games in 2028 must not exclude our young cricketers from the same dream that has inspired our athletes.'He added, 'The Caribbean has always punched above its weight at the Olympics, inspiring the world with our athletic brilliance.'Chris Dehring, project director of CWI's T20 World Cup 2024, echoed that thought: 'All we are asking is that our individual nations' exceptional Olympic legacy be considered in the conversation.'A possible solution could be holding an inter-Caribbean qualifier, where the top team gets to represent the region. But that's still messy. The ICC hasn't announced how Olympic qualification will work, and time is ticking. Even England could face a dilemma—do they play as Team GB, or does Scotland try to qualify separately?It's ironic. The West Indies—winners of two ODI World Cups, two T20 titles, and one Champions Trophy—may be sidelined at the very event that's meant to grow cricket globally. On their 100th birthday, the team that once ruled the world may not get an invite to the biggest sporting celebration on the that, frankly, would be heartbreaking.- Ends
India Gazette
13-06-2025
- Sport
- India Gazette
Nepal and West Indies set to play first bilateral T20I series in September
ANI 13 Jun 2025, 15:09 GMT+10 New Delhi [India], June 13 (ANI): Nepal and the West Indies are set to square off against each other in a three-match T20I series in September in Sharjah, marking the first bilateral series between the two sides. Despite the games being played at a neutral venue, Nepal has been assigned as the series' official host. A statement from Cricket West Indies (CWI) called the series historic and stated that the board's 'engagement reflects its strong commitment to supporting the development of cricket in emerging nations and fostering meaningful partnerships with fellow cricketing boards worldwide.' 'This series is more than just a set of international matches--it's a celebration of the game's expanding global footprint and a testament to what cricket represents: pride, purpose, and the power of unity. As a full-member nation, we see it as part of our responsibility to contribute to the development of cricket beyond our borders,' CWI CEO Chris Dehring said in a statement by the CWI. 'Supporting Nepal in this key phase of their cricketing journey not only builds the sport at the grassroots and international levels but also reminds us of the deep pride and honour associated with representing our nation and wearing our national colours. We are proud to stand with Nepal at this moment in their history and look forward to exciting and competitive cricket in Sharjah,' Dehring added. The series will kick off on September 27, followed by the second T20I on the next day, and the three-match affair will conclude on September 30. All matches will be played at the same venue in Sharjah. CWI extended 'its sincere thanks to the Cricket Association of Nepal and the Emirates Cricket Board for their collaboration in organising the series and looks forward to continuing to work together towards advancing the global growth and accessibility of the game of cricket.' (ANI)
United News of India
13-06-2025
- Sport
- United News of India
Historic T20I series between Nepal & West Indies locked in
Antigua, June 13 (UNI) A first-ever bilateral series between Nepal and the West Indies has been confirmed, with the pair to meet in Sharjah for a three-match T20I series in late September. The series provides the West Indies opportunity to fine tune ahead of the 2026 ICC Men's T20 World Cup, while the matches will likely be the final preparation for Rohit Paudel's side ahead of their Asia/East Asia-Pacific Qualifer campaign, as they vie for one of three T20 World Cup spots available in the nine-team tournament, an ICC report said. "This series is testament to what cricket represents: pride, purpose, and the power of unity," West Indies chief executive Chris Dehring said . "Supporting Nepal in this key phase of their cricketing journey not only builds the sport at the grassroots and international levels but also reminds us of the deep pride and honour associated with representing our nation and wearing our national colours. "We are proud to stand with Nepal at this moment in their history and look forward to exciting and competitive cricket in Sharjah.' Nepal v West Indies T20I Series Schedule (All Matches in Sharjah, UAE) First T20I: September 27 Second T20I September 28 Third T20I: September 30 UNI BM
Int'l Cricket Council
13-06-2025
- Sport
- Int'l Cricket Council
Historic T20I series between Nepal and West Indies locked in
A first-ever bilateral series between Nepal and the West Indies has been confirmed, with the pair to meet in Sharjah for a three-match T20I series in late September. The series provides the West Indies opportunity to fine tune ahead of the 2026 ICC Men's T20 World Cup, while the matches will likely be the final preparation for Rohit Paudel's side ahead of their Asia/East Asia-Pacific Qualifer campaign, as they vie for one of three T20 World Cup spots available in the nine-team tournament. Impressive Nepal run through Bangladesh top-order in Powerplay | T20WC 2024 "(This series) is testament to what cricket represents: pride, purpose, and the power of unity," West Indies chief executive Chris Dehring said . "Supporting Nepal in this key phase of their cricketing journey not only builds the sport at the grassroots and international levels but also reminds us of the deep pride and honour associated with representing our nation and wearing our national colours. "We are proud to stand with Nepal at this moment in their history and look forward to exciting and competitive cricket in Sharjah.' Nepal nearly pulls off a big win | SA v NEP | T20WC 2024 Heartbreak for Nepal as they lose to South Africa by a run in a cliffhanger. Watch the Nepali highlights. First T20I: September 27 Secnd T20IL September 28 Third T20I: September 30, 2025
The Hindu
12-06-2025
- Sport
- The Hindu
West Indies announces historic T20I series against Nepal: Full schedule, list of matches, dates, venues
Cricket West Indies (CWI) on Thursday announced a historic three-match T20 International series against Nepal, beginning on September 27 in Sharjah. The first-ever bilateral series between the teams will be hosted by the Cricket Association of Nepal (CAN) even though all the three matches will be held in the United Arab Emirates. In addition to taking a significant step towards globalizing the game of cricket, the series will also help Nepal prepare for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup Asia Qualifier later this year. 'This series is more than just a set of international matches—it's a celebration of the game's expanding global footprint and a testament to what cricket represents: pride, purpose, and the power of unity. As a full-member nation, we see it as part of our responsibility to contribute to the development of cricket beyond our borders. Supporting Nepal in this key phase of their cricketing journey not only builds the sport at the grassroots and international levels but also reminds us of the deep pride and honour associated with representing our nation and wearing our national colours. We are proud to stand with Nepal at this moment in their history and look forward to exciting and competitive cricket in Sharjah,' CWI CEO Chris Dehring said while speaking about the importance of the series. NEP vs WI T20I Series Schedule 1st T20I – September 27, 2025 (Sharjah) 2nd T20I – September 28, 2025 (Sharjah) 3rd T20I – September 30, 2025 (Sharjah) Related Topics West Indies / Nepal
