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Special Committee Identifies 10 Critical Challenges Affecting West Indies Cricket, Devises Plans | Cricket News

Published On: October 3, 2025
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Cricket West Indies, led by Lara and Lloyd, announces major reforms in coaching, infrastructure, and player development after recent poor results.

Cricket West Indies’ (CWI) special committee has announced a range of “immediate and long-term” reform measures to overhaul the sport’s setup in the Caribbean islands following a series of disappointing performances.

The cricket strategy and officiating committee of CWI, which includes former legends such as Brian Lara and Clive Lloyd, has pinpointed key areas for the overall development of the game.

The committee has identified 10 critical challenges affecting the state of West Indies cricket, including declining quality of regional tournaments, deficiencies in technical, tactical, and mental skills, an underperforming franchise system, gaps in infrastructure and facilities, lack of specialist coaching support, limited ICC revenue share and financial constraints, fragmented player development pathways, and inadequate fitness and conditioning standards.

The committee was formed after West Indies’ shocking 27 all out against Australia in a Test match in Kingston earlier this year.

“Following a series of intense discussions during, and in the weeks following the meeting, the committee compiled a list of short-term and medium to long-term action items and objectives focused on addressing these gaps, which were presented to and approved by CWI’s Board of Directors during their Quarterly Meeting on September 25,” stated the CWI.

In the short term, “an internationally proven batting coach will be hired to work across the system, and a full-time sports psychologist/performance coach will join the senior men’s team.”

The women’s team role will also be upgraded to a full-time position.

Additionally, a capital project proposal will be advanced for a state-of-the-art facility at Coolidge Cricket Ground, which will include modern nets, a gym, and rehabilitation infrastructure.

“Franchise teams will now submit Individual Development Plans and meet new minimum standards. Player fitness will be closely tracked, supported by a new regional fitness leaderboard,” stated the CWI.

Long-term action plans include: A national cricket development framework unifying grassroots, school, academy, and high-performance pathways; comprehensive franchise reform to ensure accountability for player development and consideration of alternative professional models; establishment of standardised academies for ages 11–18 to feed into the high-performance program; completion of the high-performance centre in Antigua as the regional hub for elite development; greater focus on financial sustainability, including lobbying for equitable ICC revenue distribution and new partnerships with governments, private entities, and philanthropists.

It also includes a structured mentorship framework connecting current and former West Indies players with emerging talent.

CWI’s director of cricket, Miles Bascombe, stated, “These reforms represent decisive action to strengthen our systems, raise standards, and provide the next generation of players with the tools, facilities, and mentorship they need to succeed.”

“While challenges remain, our commitment to cricket development across the region is unwavering, and all efforts will be made to prioritize the execution of these initiatives.”

Feroz Khan

Feroz Khan

Feroz Khan has been covering sports for over 12 years now and is currently working with Network18 as Principal Correspondent. He embarked on his journey in 2011 and has since acquired vast experience in digital…Read More

Feroz Khan has been covering sports for over 12 years now and is currently working with Network18 as Principal Correspondent. He embarked on his journey in 2011 and has since acquired vast experience in digital… Read More

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