ST JOHN’S, Antigua, , (CMC) – Cricket West Indies president, Dr Kishore Shallow, has credited Hayley Matthews for inspiring a new generation of women’s cricketers in the Caribbean.
Speaking in the wake of the West Indies captain’s capture of the International Cricket Council Women’s Player-of-the-Month for April, Shallow said her successes were also a “clear indicator” of the development of the format throughout the region.

“Hayley continues to be an inspiration and a beacon of excellence for West Indies cricket,” said the CWI chief.
“Her dedication, skills, and leadership are evident in her performances, and we are incredibly proud of her accomplishments.”
He continued: “Hayley’s achievements not only bring pride to West Indies cricket but also inspire young girls across the Caribbean to pursue their dreams in the sport.

“Her journey is a powerful narrative of what can be achieved when desire meets hard work and determination.”
Matthews was an easy pick for the award after dominating the recent tour of Pakistan. The 26-year-old struck two hundreds in the three-match One-Day International series to end with 325 runs at an average of 162, while also taking six wickets.
The right-hander then gathered 205 runs at an average of 41 and grabbed another six wickets in the five Twenty20 Internationals.

Matthews previously won the ICC Player-of-the-Month award in October 2023 and November 2021.
Shallow said CWI would continue to throw the necessary resources into the women’s game to ensure its continued development.
“CWI’s continuous efforts to support and develop women’s cricket are yielding remarkable results,” he said.
“Hayley’s success is a clear indicator of the growth and potential of women’s cricket in the West Indies. We remain steadfast in our mission to provide our female cricketers with the best opportunities to excel.”