Table of Contents
The West Indies Women’s team will tour England from May 21 to June 7, 2025, for a white-ball series comprising three T20 Internationals and three ODIs. The T20I leg kicks off on Wednesday, May 21 and wraps up on Monday, May 26, with matches set to be played across multiple venues in England.
New era for England under captain Nat Sciver-Brunt
England are set to usher in a new era under newly-appointed captain Nat Sciver-Brunt. The series will mark the beginning of a fresh chapter, following the end of Heather Knight’s nine-year captaincy and significant changes in leadership both on and off the field. The start of 2025 witnessed a major transition in English women’s cricket.
After a disappointing Ashes campaign against Australia in Australia, long-standing skipper Heather Knight stepped down from the role she had held since 2016. Her departure made way for Nat Sciver-Brunt, one of the world’s premier all-rounders and Knight’s long-time deputy, to take the reins. Adding further depth to this new phase is the arrival of Charlotte Edwards as head coach. A legend of the women’s game and a former England captain herself, Edwards replaces Jon Lewis as she aims to instill a sharper, more aggressive brand of cricket.
Rebuilding phase for West Indies after World Cup disappointment
For the West Indies, the tour is an opportunity for redemption. Their failure to qualify for the 2025 ICC Women’s ODI World Cup in India, confirmed last month, was a significant setback. But head coach Shane Deitz views this tour as a platform to regroup and rebuild. They will be without senior all-rounders Chinelle Henry and Deandra Dottin, two pivotal players. Instead, the team sees the return of captain Hayley Matthews, alongside a mix of seasoned players and exciting prospects. Notably, the squad features two new inclusions:
- Realeanna Grimmond
- Jahzara Claxton
These selections reflect a shift toward nurturing young talent and looking to the future.
Also READ: West Indies’ best playing XI for the Women’s T20I series against England
Squads:
England: Nat Sciver-Brunt (captain), Emily Arlott, Tammy Beaumont, Lauren Bell, Alice Capsey, Charlie Dean, Sophia Dunkley, Sarah Glenn, Amy Jones, Heather Knight, Paige Scholfield, Linsey Smith, Issy Wong, Danni Wyatt-Hodge
West Indies: Hayley Matthews (captain), Shemaine Campbelle (vice-captain), Aaliyah Alleyne, Jahzara Claxton, Afy Fletcher, Cherry Ann Fraser, Shabika Gajnabi, Jannillea Glasgow, Realeanna Grimmond, Zaida James, Qiana Joseph, Mandy Mangru, Ashmini Munisar, Karishma Ramharack, Stafanie Taylor
West Indies tour of England, T20I series: Complete schedule and venue details
Match | Date | Day | IST Time | GMT Time | Local Time | Home Team | Opposition | Venue |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1st T20I | 21 May 2025 | Wednesday | 11:00 PM | 5:30 PM | 6:30 PM | England Women | West Indies Women | St Lawrence Ground, Canterbury |
2nd T20I | 23 May 2025 | Friday | 11:05 PM | 5:35 PM | 6:35 PM | England Women | West Indies Women | County Ground, Hove |
3rd T20I | 26 May 2025 | Monday | 7:00 PM | 1:30 PM | 2:30 PM | England Women | West Indies Women | County Ground, Chelmsford |
Broadcast and Live Streaming details:
- India: Fancode, Sony Sports Network, Sony Liv
- UK: Sky Sports Cricket
- USA and Canada: Sling TV – Willow TV [Sign up here]
- South Africa: Supersport (206)
- Australia: Fox Cricket (501), Kayo Sports
Also READ: England’s best XI for the Women’s T20I series against West Indies