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Cricket West Indies (CWI) have announced a 15-member squad for the ICC Men’s U19 World Cup 2026, set to be played in Zimbabwe and Namibia.
Joshua Dorne will captain the side that also includes Jewel Andrew, who has already played three ODIs and five T20Is for the senior West Indies side.
Dorne was picked on the back of an excellent batting display during the Youth ODI series at home against Sri Lanka and England.
West Indies are added in Group D alongside South Africa, Afghanistan, and Tanzania.
Following the announcement, CWI’s High Performance Manager Dwain Gill shared his views on the squad and shared key aspects of the players.
“In assembling this group, we have aligned their development with the style of play we expect at the senior level, ensured exposure to high-quality match opportunities, and placed a strong focus on leadership, tactical awareness and individual support within their territories,” Dwain Gill, CWI’s High Performance Manager, said.
“The result is a balanced and competitive squad, well-positioned to perform at the Under-19 World Cup and contribute meaningfully to the long-term future of West Indies cricket,” he added.
“The result is a balanced and competitive squad, well positioned to perform at the Under-19 World Cup and contribute meaningfully to the long-term future of West Indies cricket.”
For the unversed, the junior-level 16th edition of the event will be held from 15 January to 6 February 2026. The tournament will continue with its familiar format: 16 teams, four groups, 41 matches, and a Super Six stage leading into semi-finals and a final.
The sides will begin arriving on 8 January for warm-ups scheduled from 9–14 January.
