Stephanie Taylor named captain of the 15-man West Indies squad for the Women’s World Cup starting in New Zealand next month.

The squad has five players who could make their World Cup debuts – Aaliyah Allene, Cheri-Ann Fraser, Chinelle Henry, Karishma Ramharack and Rashda Williams. While legspinner Effie Fletcher, who returned to South Africa after maternity leave, has been included in the squad. is of.

West Indies have also named three traveling reserves. As part of the tournament’s COVID-19 protocol: Ksenia Schultz, Mandy Mangroo and Genelia Glasgow.

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“The team selected has a mix of youth and experience,” said selector Ann Brown-John. “We have Anisa Mohamed playing her fifth World Cup and will help guide the youngsters selected. We have five players who have made their maiden Cricket World Cup selections.

Stephanie Taylor recently missed the final match of the West Indies ODI series in South Africa after being injured

Stephanie Taylor recently missed the final match of the West Indies ODI series in South Africa after suffering an injury. Anissa Mohamed, who led the team in the absence of Stephanie Taylor, has been appointed vice-captain for the World Cup. As the veteran offspinner shrugs off a wicket to reach 300 in international cricket.

“The team completed a series against South Africa, where the players got a good preparation ahead of the tournament. Some players put on some relatively good performances with some excellent performances. And expected to raise their level even further during the competition.

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The return of Effie Fletcher strengthens the bowling department as she continues to be a world-class legspinner

After traveling from South Africa to New Zealand, West Indies have now completed their managed isolation. And started their preparations for the World Cup in Christchurch. They will help kick-start the tournament when they take on the hosts at the Bay Oval on March 4.

Squad: Stephanie Taylor (Captain), Anissa Mohammed (Vice-Captain), Aaliyah Allen, Shemaine Campbell, Shamilia Connell, Deandra Dottin, Effie Fletcher, Cheri Ann Fraser, Chinelle Henry, Kissia Knight, Hayley Matthews, Chadian Nation, Karishma Ramharack, Shakira Selman, Rashda Williams
Travel stores: Ksenia Schultz, Mandy Mangroo, Genelia Glasgow