Cricket West Indies (CWI) has taken another major step in its groundbreaking India development programme, sending 15 of the region’s most talented female cricketers to a high-performance training camp at the prestigious Chennai Super Kings Academy.
The squad is led by head coach Merissa Aguilleira and supported by assistant coaches Ryan Hinds and Tremayne Smartt. Team manager Yasmine St Ange is also included.
The team left Barbados earlier this month for the intensive two-week programme, running through Aug. 30.
It includes senior players such as Ashmini Munisar, Zaida James, Djenaba Joseph, and Trishan Holder, alongside some of West Indies Under-19 stars like Naijanni Cumberbatch, Niya Latchman, and Samara Ramnath.
The training camp is intended to sharpen their skills against spin bowling, enhance technical proficiency, and build mental resilience in subcontinental conditions, which is important and fundamental for success at the international level.
Chennai Super Kings Academy Director Sriram Krishnamurthy and his expert coaching staff will guide the players through precise and thorough training sessions and competitive practice matches, taking advantage of the academy’s world-class facilities.
CWI’s Director of Cricket, Miles Bascombe, highlighted the significance of the initiative.
“After the success of our men’s camp in December, we’re thrilled to provide this opportunity to our top female prospects. The Chennai Super Kings Academy offers an elite environment that challenges our players to adapt to different cricketing conditions while developing critical skills, particularly against spin.”
“This programme is a vital part of our strategy to deepen our talent pool and ensure equal development opportunities for women. We’re confident these players will return stronger, raising the standard of West Indies women’s cricket.”
With plans to alternate between men’s and women’s squads annually, CWI continues to lead the way in innovative player development, reinforcing its commitment to long-term growth and gender equality in West Indies cricket.
