PowettPlay Podcast Awards 2026 | West Indies Player of the Year Revealed

Jordan Shannon and West Indies international Kieran Powell return on the PowettPlay Podcast for a special end-of-year episode, handing out their West Indies Cricket Awards after a hugely encouraging year across Test, ODI and T20 cricket.

The episode looks back at the standout performers of the year, with awards for best batter, best bowler and overall player of the year across the different formats, before Jordan and Kieran name their ultimate West Indies cricketer of the year.

Unsurprisingly, Shai Hope is at the centre of the conversation after another outstanding year with the bat. His consistency, ability to perform under pressure and world-class output across formats make him the standout candidate for West Indies Player of the Year, with Jordan and Kieran discussing just how important he has become to the team.

Bowling is also a major focus, with Gudakesh Motie and Jomel Warrican recognised for the control and consistency they have brought to the attack. Jordan and Kieran discuss why quality spin has become such an important part of the West Indies setup, particularly in allowing the fast bowlers to be used more aggressively and in shorter spells.

The awards conversation also gives the hosts an opportunity to reflect on the wider direction of West Indies cricket in 2026. Greater competition for places, improved individual performances and a growing belief within the squad all point towards a team that is becoming harder to beat across formats.

This special episode is not just about individual awards it is also a chance to assess how far the West Indies have come, which players have made the biggest impact, and who could become even more important heading into the next cycle of international cricket.

Who was the best West Indies batter of the year? Which bowler made the biggest impact? Who deserves the overall Player of the Year award? And which emerging players could take another major step forward next season?

Jordan Shannon and Kieran Powell break it all down on the PowettPlay Podcast West Indies Cricket Awards Special, celebrating the best performances, biggest breakthroughs and most important players from across the year.

#PowettPlay #WestIndiesCricket #ShaiHope #JustinGreaves #GudakeshMotie #JomelWarrican #CricketAwards #PlayerOfTheYear #CaribbeanCricket #CricketPodcast
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices