The Women’s Caribbean Premier League (WCPL) 2025 rolls on with Match 2, where the Guyana Amazon Warriors Women square off against the Barbados Royals Women, the reigning champions, on the 8th of September 2025, starting 12:30 AM Indian Standard Time (IST), at Providence Stadium, Guyana.
The Royals enter the contest brimming with confidence after their title-winning run last 2 years and will be eager to showcase why they remain the team to beat. For Guyana, it’s a golden opportunity to make a statement against the most successful side in the league and turn the tide of a lopsided head-to-head record.
Squads:
Guyana Amazon Warriors Women’s Cricket Team
Dane van Niekerk, Amy Hunter, Laura Harris, Maddy Penfold, Stafanie Taylor, Ashmini Munisar, Cherry Ann Fraser, Chedean Nation, Plaffiana Millington, Kaysia Schultz, Shemaine Campbelle, Karishma Ramharack, Nyia Latchman, Britney Cooper, Realeanna Grimmond
Barbados Royals Women’s Cricket Team
Chinelle Henry, Afy Fletcher, Aaliyah Alleyne, Kycia Knight, Steffie Soogrim, Shamilia Connell, Sheneta Grimmond, Qiana Joseph, Trishan Holder, Naijanni Cumberbatch, Chamari Athapaththu, Georgia Redmayne, Courtney Webb, Shreyanka Patil
Players to watch out:
Shemaine Campbelle
The experienced wicketkeeper-batter brings both stability and flair to the top-order. Featuring since the inaugural edition, she has showcased her ability to anchor innings while shifting gears when required, scoring 130 runs, with the best of 47*, in 7 outings. Known for her sharp glove work and calm presence under pressure, Campbell will be eager to convert her starts into big scores this season and establish herself as a key figure for the Warriors.
Laura Harris
A powerful top-order batter, Laura Harris brings aggression and intent to any batting line-up she represents. After turning out for the Barbados Royals in previous seasons, Harris makes a fresh start in 2025 with the Guyana Amazon Warriors, adding an extra edge to this contest as she takes on her former team. Since her WCPL debut in 2023, she has accumulated 100 runs, impressing with her clean striking and fearless approach.
Chamari Athapaththu
One of the most recognizable names in women’s cricket, Chamari Athapaththu continues to be the heartbeat of the Barbados Royals. Having featured for Royals last season, she consistently delivered with both bat and ball. With 129 runs to her name, including the highest score of 70, and 3 wickets, she was a standout last season. She epitomizes the definition of an all-rounder.
Chinelle Henry
A highly impactful player, Chinelle Henry has been part of the WCPL since its inception. While her tally of 4 wickets and 65 runs may not reflect her true potential, Henry has repeatedly shown her value in the T20 format with quick runs down the order and steady spells with the ball. This season offers her the perfect stage to step up and deliver defining performances for the Royals.
Pitch:
The surface at the Providence Stadium, Guyana, has traditionally been on the slower side, rewarding bowlers who can vary their pace and extract spin. While seamers might find some help upfront, batting tends to get trickier as the game progresses, making chasing a challenging prospect.
Weather:
The conditions in Guyana are expected to be warm and humid, with temperatures hovering around 31°C. A 35% chance of precipitation means passing showers could interrupt play, while humidity levels remain at 72%.
Fantasy Playing XI:
Amy Hunter, Chamari Athapaththu, Stafanie Taylor, Dane van Niekerk, Laura Harris, Shemaine Campbelle, Chinelle Henry, Shreyanka Patil, Lauren Winfield-Hill, Aaliyah Alleyne, Molly Penfold
Match Details:
Date – September 8, 2025
Time – 12:30 AM IST
Venue – Providence Stadium, Guyana
Broadcast – The game will be live-streamed on the FanCode app and website.
