West Indies Gears Up Without Dottin for ICC Women's World Cup Qualifiers

Experienced all-rounder Deandra Dottin misses out on West Indies' 15-member squad for the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup Qualifier 2025 in Pakistan due to injury. Despite this, captain Hayley Matthews remains optimistic about the team’s performance against teams like Bangladesh, Ireland, and Pakistan, with a World Cup spot at stake.

The anticipation is mounting as West Indies reveals a robust 15-member squad for the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup Qualifier 2025, set to occur in Pakistan from April 9 to 19. However, Deandra Dottin, a key all-rounder, will miss the tournament due to injuries sustained during the Women's Premier League in India.

Dottin's absence is significant for the Caribbean team, as she was their top run-scorer in last year's ICC Women's T20 World Cup. Nonetheless, captain Hayley Matthews will lead a squad largely unchanged from their recent series against Bangladesh. Matthews, ranked in the top 10 across all ODI categories, remains hopeful of a strong performance.

As the team prepares to face Bangladesh, Ireland, Scotland, Thailand, and Pakistan, Matthews expresses confidence in the squad's chemistry and preparation. She emphasizes the importance of teamwork and focus, aiming for a top-two finish to qualify for the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup 2025 in India, alongside established cricket powers like Australia and England.

(With inputs from agencies.)