Matthew Miller has been named captain of the Leeward Islands Tropical Wave Under-17 team for the 2025 CWI Rising Stars Under-17 Championship, set to be held in Trinidad and Tobago from 10th August to 2nd September. This latest appointment further cements Miller’s growing reputation in regional cricket and highlights his leadership potential across multiple age levels.
The Leeward Islands cricketer, known for his prowess as an all-rounder, now holds the rare distinction of captaining both the Under-17 and Under-19 teams simultaneously. His dual captaincy underscores his cricketing maturity and the high level of trust placed in him by the Leeward Islands Cricket Board (LICB).
Miller’s current form has been a driving force behind his elevation. In the ongoing Under-19 championship, he has scored 174 runs at an average of 35 and taken 13 wickets at an average of 16.38. His standout bowling performance of 4 for 23 came in a dominant showing against the United States of America (2).
The 14-member Tropical Wave squad boasts a strong lineup, including four players from the Antigua and Barbuda side that captured the LICB Under-19 title in April. Among them are Tanez Francis, J’Quan Athanaze, and Hosea Roberts—each expected to contribute significantly during the championship.
The full squad comprises Matthew Miller (Captain), St. Kitts and Nevis nationals Jaheem Clarke and Eirette Richards, along with Lawshorn Bergan, Kasim Challenger, Kunal Tilokani, Amoree Jones, Lyhte Browne, T’Zharvier Pemberton, Jaeden Bramble, Jathan Edward, Tanez Francis, Hosea Roberts, and J’Quan Athanaze.
The CWI Rising Stars Under-17 Championship serves as a critical development ground for emerging Caribbean cricketers. Over the three-week tournament, players will gain essential exposure and compete at a high level—an experience designed to prepare them for senior regional and international play.
With Miller at the helm, the Leeward Islands squad enters the tournament with confidence and a clear focus on nurturing the next generation of cricketing talent.
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