During the recently concluded World Test Championship final between Australia and India, we were fortunate to have the chance to sit down with new Cricket West Indies president, Dr Kishore Shallow. Kishore has been in office for 100 days and we took the chance to have an in depth conversation with him about his vision and mission to rebuild West Indies cricket. This is an episode for all stakeholders of the game and those who hold the fortunes of West Indies cricket close to their heart. As...

As part of the Windrush Caribbean Film Festival Machel had the pleasure of taking in 501 not out. 501 not out is a film by Sam Lockyer - call it an ode to Brian Lara. It is a fantastic film with great archival footage and interviews that really encapsulates what that 501* meant to the world of cricket and how it elevated Brian Lara into a global superstar. You can catch the next screening of the film at Electric Birmingham 12/08/2023 - 2pm. Head to the following platforms to access...

We had to wait a while to speak on this one. The West Indies wicket-keeper/batsman Devon Thomas has been charged by the International Cricket Council (ICC) with seven counts under the anti-corruption code and was suspended with immediate effect. Machel wanted to fully assess the situation before adding his two pence on the situation. How much do you agree with his assertions on this one? As always with the Caribbean Cricket Podcast we go into a level of depth and analysis on West Indies...

A special one-off collaboration podcast episode. Machel from the Caribbean Cricket Podcast linked up with DJ on the Edges & Sledges Podcast to do a thorough review of the recent West Indies vs India test series. There were a few technical hitches along the way but we got to do a really detailed conversation on the intricacies of the test series. As always with the Caribbean Cricket Podcast we go into a level of depth and analysis on West Indies cricket that you wont hear anywhere else. If...

Almost as soon as Daren Sammy was announced as the new West Indies white ball head coach the knives were out for him in many quarters. This before we even consider the World Cup Qualifying debacle that the senior men's side went on to have. Machel took a look at Sammy's credentials or lack thereof and why West Indies fans should give Sammy the benefit of the doubt regardless. As always with the Caribbean Cricket Podcast we go into a level of depth and analysis on West Indies cricket that you...

Here we go again! Has any one West Indies cricketer ever provoked so much furious discourse? Prior to the World Cup Qualifiers West Indies selectors choose to exclude Shimron Hetmyer. That in itself provoked debate but the fact that Shimron and his wife took to Instagram to do chatty patty over the situation only served to further muddy the waters. None of this was adequately cleared up at the following press conference with Desmond Haynes so here we are now discussing the wayward Hetmyer...

Following a productive Headley/Weekes series and A team tour of Bangladesh. He didnt always keep wicket but always batted inside the top six. Machel jumped into the hot seat to question if we should be doing similar for the West Indies senior men's side. As always with the Caribbean Cricket Podcast we go into a level of depth and analysis on West Indies cricket that you wont hear anywhere else. If you are listening on a podcast channel that allows you to leave a review and rating please do so...

In the recently concluded West Indies Championship one player stood out for the winless Jamaica Scorpions - Abhijai Mansingh. The all-rounder turned many a head with several notable performances with bat and ball. Even more noticeable was the control he showed with his leg-spin bowling. We sat down with Abhijai to talk about his long road to Jamaica selection that has included stints in Australia, England and India. As always with the Caribbean Cricket Podcast we go into a level of depth...

You know the saying by now. There is a never quiet day in West Indies cricket. Last month Cricket West Indies announced they would not be renewing Courtney Walsh's contract and they would be commencing the process of finding a new head coach. Machel jumped into the hot seat to look at the issue and question whether this was the right thing to do? What is the upside? As always with the Caribbean Cricket Podcast we go into a level of depth and analysis on West Indies cricket that you wont...

What do Alick Athanze, Kofi James, Roshon Primus and Keacy Carty have in common? All are young and talented West Indian cricketers but all of them are also represented by Gravity Sports. Cricket Agent Eathan Brookes came through to talk talent spotting in the Caribbean and the art of being an effective cricket agent. As ever please leave a review and a rating and subscribe to the Caribbean Cricket Podcast You can find out more about Gravity Sports here - https://gravity-sports.uk/ If...

The region is rejoicing after West Indies 2-1 T20 series victory in South Africa. It isnt just the win that has people talking but the manner in which the victory occurred. Machel looked at the five key talking points from the T20 series and what the series victory might mean for West Indies cricket going forward. As always with the Caribbean Cricket Podcast we go into a level of depth and analysis on West Indies cricket that you wont hear anywhere else. If you are listening on a platform...

Machel jumped into the hot seat to ask if Deandra Dottin was right to release her statement about the Gujarat Giants and whether this incident says more about Deandra or the poor leadership at the Gujarat Giants As always with the Caribbean Cricket Podcast we go into a level of depth and analysis on West Indies cricket that you wont hear anywhere else. If you are listening on a platform that allows you to do so, please do leave a review and a rating as it really helps grow the podcast If...

With the test series done and dusted Machel took to the hot seat to hand out the Caribbean Cricket Podcast post series player ratings and look at the test team's future. How much do you agree/disagree with the ratings? Talk to us @caribcricket on Twitter and Instagram If you are listening on a platform that allows you to do so, please do leave a review and a rating as it really helps grow the podcast If you'd like to support the Caribbean Cricket Podcast you can become a patron for as...

Fresh off making history for the Bermuda Men's cricket team explosive all-rounder Kamau Leverock came through to the Caribbean Cricket Podcast studios to talk Bermuda, West Indies, T20 cricket and being a history maker. This a fascinating insight into cricket at the 'associate' level of international cricket. If you are listening on a platform that allows you to do so, please do leave a review and a rating as it really helps grow the podcast If you'd like to support the Caribbean Cricket...

You know how we do on the Caribbean Cricket Podcast - we love to sit down and chop it up with West Indies cricket players. Next to come through to the studio was Vice Captain Jermaine Blackwood. We caught up with Jermaine after the 1st test match vs South Africa and spoke about his career in the game and discussed why he is yet to play extensive white ball cricket. If you'd like to support the Caribbean Cricket Podcast you can become a patron for as little as £2 a month here -...

As expected the West Indies Women's team failed to qualify for the semi-finals of the 2023 Women's T20 World Cup. However they left the tournament with two wins and two defeats - was that a par performance? Should we be content with that showing or should we be worried about the future? Machel jumped into the hot seat to analyse the World Cup campaign. As always with the Caribbean Cricket Podcast we go into a level of depth and analysis on West Indies cricket that you wont hear anywhere...

With the announcement of Shai Hope and Rovman Powell as ODI and T20 captains respectively. Machel Hewitt analyses whether this really means anything in the long run? With West Indies due to take part in the ODI World Cup qualifiers in June is this no more than a poisoned chalice for Shai Hope? Rovman Powell has longer before the home T20 World Cup but how much does his fortunes and that of the T20 side depend on selectors and CWI listening to the independent report that was recently...

Following the first test match draw with Zimbabwe, West Indies men's interim head coach, Andre Coley came through to talk all things Caribbean Cricket. More than a conversation on the test match this episode was as much about Andre Coley's career arc and what it teaches us about the domestic scene in the region.  As always with the Caribbean Cricket Podcast we go into a level of depth and analysis on West Indies cricket that you wont hear anywhere else. Please rate and review the Caribbean...

The independent Men's 2022 T20 report has prompted a lot of discussion around the region but also internationally. We wouldn't be the Caribbean Cricket Podcast without getting the chair of the report on the show. Justice Patrick Thompson joined us to break down the report and some of the most important findings. You can read the full report here - https://www.windiescricket.com/news/i... As always with the Caribbean Cricket Podcast we go into a level of depth and analysis on West Indies...

New Year. New Reports. New Beginnings? CEO of Cricket West Indies, Johnny Grave, came through to talk all things West Indies cricket as we get ready for a busy year of cricket in 2023. From the West Indies Women, to the West Indies Academy to the West Indies seat at the ICC round table all pertinent topics were discussed. Please rate and review the Caribbean Cricket Podcast if you are listening on a podcast app that allows you to do so. If you'd like to support the Caribbean Cricket Podcast...

Andre Coley may well be the interim head coach of the West Indies men's team but all eyes are on who ends up as the permanent coach? Machel jumped back into the hot seat to look at the runners and riders in the race to coach the West Indies men's side. Should it be a West Indian? Should it be an overseas coach? Should the role be split? Can West Indies afford to go all out on a top coach? Please rate and review the Caribbean Cricket Podcast if you are listening on a podcast app that allows...

Our first official podcast episode of 2023 looked at the year ahead and our best hopes for West Indies cricket. One can only dream! It was a tumultuous year for West Indies cricket on and off the field in 2022 and it leaves us with no other option than to wish for a better 2023. Machel presents his top 10 hopes for 2023. Please rate and review the Caribbean Cricket Podcast if you are listening on a podcast app that allows you to do so. If you'd like to support the Caribbean Cricket Podcast...

Better late than never we had a look at the year that was 2022. In time honoured tradition we ended the year with the annual Caribbean Cricket Podcast awards show. Looking over the best performers and performances of 2022 we hand out the coveted prizes to those who deserve it. Mens (Test) batter/bowler of 2022 Mens. (ODI) batter/bowler of 2022 Mens. (T20) batter/bowler of 2022. Womens (ODI) batter/bowler of 2022. Womens (T20) batter/bowler of 2022. Moment of 2022. Shining star of 2022. Cuss...

There I was minding my own business when Cricket West Indies put out a press release on Christmas Eve no less. The 2023 West Indies Championship has been confirmed as a five round Championship with a brand new (best vs best) Headley-Weekes tri-series to follow. There has predictably been some negative reaction to the announcement and there are undoubtedly some cons to the competition but there are pros that some may not have considered. As ever there is always context that people need to...

Andre Coley has been announced as the West Indies mens interim head coach and will take charge of the team for the Zimbabwe and South Africa series. Jerome Foster (Radio Jamaica) joined us to discuss the appointment and assess whether the former Jamaica Scorpions head coach and Jamaica Tallawahs assistant coach is the right man for the 'interim' job. As always with the Caribbean Cricket Podcast we go into a level of depth and analysis on West Indies cricket that you wont hear anywhere...