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2 days ago | 
caribbeannationalweekly.com | Ben McLeod |Ben Mcleod
In the heart of the Caribbean, where cricket pulses through the veins of its people, a new chapter is being written. The inaugural West Indies Breakout League, set to ignite from April 25 to May 10 in Trinidad & Tobago, is more than just a tournament—it is a vision. Designed to unearth, refine, and elevate the region’s most promising cricket talent, this league ushers in a bold new era, and Trinidad & Tobago Legions captain Joshua Da Silva is ready to lead by example.
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2 days ago | 
caribbeannationalweekly.com | Ben McLeod |Ben Mcleod
Cricket West Indies is mourning the passing of one of its most unassuming yet deeply respected figures—Milton Pydanna, a man whose cricketing journey was etched in humility, commitment, and quiet excellence. As the Caribbean reflects on his life and legacy, the words of CWI Chief Executive Officer, Chris Dehring, resonate like a solemn anthem of tribute.
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4 days ago | 
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ST. JOHN’S, Antigua – With his side in danger of squandering their unbeaten run, Barbados captain Justin Parris answered the call in spectacular fashion. His clinical 4-wicket haul spearheaded a dramatic collapse of Trinidad and Tobago, lifting Barbados to a commanding 42-run win and their third consecutive victory in the Rising Stars Under-15 tournament at Coolidge Cricket Ground on Saturday.
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4 days ago | 
caribbeannationalweekly.com | Ben McLeod |Ben Mcleod
LAHORE, Pakistan – In a finish that will haunt the West Indies Women for years to come, their dreams of competing in the 2025 ICC Women’s World Cup were shattered in a blaze of boundaries and brutal arithmetic. Despite a breathtaking run chase against Thailand, the regional side missed qualification by a mere four deliveries, with Net Run Rate (NRR) proving their ultimate undoing.
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6 days ago | 
caribbeannationalweekly.com | Ben McLeod |Ben Mcleod
Under the Florida sun at the Tom Jones Memorial in Gainesville, Saint Lucian sprint star Julien Alfred opened her 200m outdoor campaign with a performance that sent shockwaves through the track world. Clocking a world-leading 21.88 seconds in the first heat of the Olympic Development race, Alfred not only seized victory but also asserted her dominance for the season ahead.
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6 days ago | 
caribbeannationalweekly.com | Ben McLeod |Ben Mcleod
The Barbados Under-15 cricket team reaffirmed their title credentials in emphatic fashion at the CWI Rising Stars U15 Championship, registering a commanding 170-run victory over the Leeward Islands on Thursday at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium in Antigua. From early stumbles to a dominant resurgence, the defending champions proved they are a force to be reckoned with as they improved to 2-0 in the tournament.
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6 days ago | 
caribbeannationalweekly.com | Ben McLeod |Ben Mcleod
Cricket fans across the Caribbean are in for an action-packed treat as West Indies “A” prepares to face South Africa “A” in a highly anticipated home series, hosted at the iconic Daren Sammy Cricket Ground in Saint Lucia from May 21 to June 11, 2025. The series will feature three 50-over matches and two four-day first-class matches, offering a perfect blend of white-ball and red-ball action.
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6 days ago | 
caribbeannationalweekly.com | Ben McLeod |Ben Mcleod
As excitement mounts ahead of the inaugural West Indies Breakout League, a new breed of Caribbean cricket stars is preparing to dazzle fans from April 25 at the Brian Lara Cricket Academy in Trinidad. The opening clash between the Guyana Rainforest Rangers and Windward Islands Infernos will ignite what many believe could be a transformative chapter in West Indies cricket.
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1 week ago | 
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Cardiff, California – A significant tide has turned in the world of surfing: Saint Lucia, the picturesque island jewel of the Caribbean, has officially joined the International Surfing Association (ISA), becoming the 117th national federation and the 11th member from the Caribbean region. This milestone marks the dawn of a transformative era for Saint Lucian surfing—a fusion of national pride, international ambition, and deep reverence for the ocean.
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1 week ago | 
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TAMPA, Florida – For the first time in its sporting history, West Indies Rugby is fielding senior men’s and women’s elite teams at the prestigious Tropical 7s Rugby Tournament, unfolding in Tampa, Florida, on April 18–19. This milestone moment marks the Caribbean region’s most unified and ambitious step yet onto the global rugby sevens stage. “This is a huge moment for us,” said a West Indies Rugby spokesperson.
