The West Indies Cricket Board awards multi-year contracts to top players

Contract details and player list

The contract period begins on October 1, 2024 and ends on September 30 next year for those on a one-year contract.

However, for players with multi-year contracts, the term is extended until September 30, 2026.

A total of nine players received these contract extensions. Among the men's team members, Alzarri Joseph (ODI vice-captain), Shamar Joseph (pace bowler), Brandon King (batter), Gudakesh Motie (spinner) and Jayden Seales (fast bowler) are included in this list.

Female cricketers secure multi-year contracts

In addition to Matthews, two other members of the women's team have secured multi-year contracts. These are Stafanie Taylor (all-rounder) and Shemaine Campbelle (wicketkeeper-batter).

The move is seen as a significant step towards ensuring the financial stability of the West Indies' top cricketers amid the growing popularity of global franchise leagues.

The engagement and reaction of CWI's players

Miles Bascombe, the board's director of cricket, said: “CWI is committed to maintaining an open and honest dialogue with players and dealing practically with the realities of the modern game.”

He further added: “The players have responded accordingly and accepting multi-year contracts is a sign of clarity, trust and commitment on both sides.”

WI men's contracts

Two-year contracts: Shai Hope, Alzarri Joseph, Shamar Joseph, Brandon King, Gudakesh Motie and Jayden Seales. One-year contracts: Alick Athanaze, Kraigg Brathwaite, Keacy Carty, Roston Chase, Joshua Da Silva, Kavem Hodge, Akeal Hosein, Romario Shepherd and Rovman Powell

WI women's contracts

Two-year contracts: Shemaine Campbelle, Hayley Matthews and Stafanie Taylor. One-year contracts: Aaliyah Alleyne, Shamilia Connell, Deandra Dottin, Afy Fletcher, Cherry-Ann Fraser, Chinelle Henry, Zaida James, Qiana Joseph, Chedean Nation, Karishma Ramharack, Rashada Williams and Ashmini Munisar