Ben McKinney
Thomas Rew
Rehan Ahmed
James Rew
Jack Haynes
Ben Mayes
Jakeem Pollard
Keon Gaston
Karima Gore
Shadrack Descarte
Zishan Motara
Kamil Pooran
Zachary Carter
Jewel Andrew
Alick Athanaze
Naavya Sharma
Eddie Jack
Scott Currie
Calvin Harrison
Rehan Ahmed’s explosive 31‑run cameo in the final overs turned the tide for England A, who clinched a 17‑run victory over West Indies A at the Conaree Sports Club in Basseterre. The match, part of the England A tour of West Indies 2026, delivered drama from the first ball, with a partly sunny sky and a humid 31.1 °C backdrop adding to the intensity.
Match Summary
West Indies A won the toss and elected to bowl, hoping to exploit the early‑morning moisture. England A opened cautiously but soon accelerated, with Rehan Ahmed blasting 31 runs off just 21 balls, including three fours and two sixes. England A posted a total of 151‑10 in 18.5 overs, thanks to solid contributions from the top order and a late surge from the lower‑order batsmen.
In response, West Indies A struggled against a disciplined English attack. Jakeem Pollard was the standout bowler, delivering 2.5 overs for just 20 runs and claiming four wickets, while Karima Gore added a tidy 1‑for‑22 in three overs. West Indies A managed 134‑7 in their full 20 overs, falling short by 17 runs. The win gave England A a 1‑0 lead in the series.
Key Performances
Rehan Ahmed (ENG‑A) – 31 runs off 21 balls (3×4, 2×6). His aggressive intent in the death overs lifted England A from a precarious 100/6 to a defendable total.
Jakeem Pollard (ENG‑A) – 4 wickets for 20 runs in 2.5 overs. Pollard’s yorkers and slower balls in the middle overs dismantled the West Indian chase.
Scott Currie (WI‑A) – 3 wickets for 17 runs in 4 overs. Currie kept England A in check early, but the middle order recovered.
Eddie Jack (WI‑A) – 1 wicket for 13 runs in 2 overs. Jack provided a brief spell of pressure before the English batters took charge.
Turning Points
The first major turning point arrived at the 12‑over mark when Rehan Ahmed struck a six off a full‑length delivery, shifting momentum and prompting a quick 20‑run burst. This surge pushed England A past the 120‑run mark with just three wickets in hand.
Another decisive moment came in the West Indies innings when Pollard dismissed the set batsman at 78 with a well‑timed slower ball. The wicket triggered a collapse, and WI‑A lost three wickets for just 12 runs, eroding any hope of a chase.
Series Implications
With this win, England A leads the England A tour of West Indies 2026 series 1‑0, giving them a psychological edge heading into the next T20. The performance of young talents like Rehan Ahmed and Jakeem Pollard signals depth in England’s limited‑overs pool, while West Indies A will need to regroup, especially in the death‑over bowling department, to stay competitive.
Fans searching for the England A T20 score or West Indies A cricket today will find the full live score and commentary on the series’ official platforms. The next fixture promises another high‑octane encounter as both sides look to cement their positions in the upcoming international calendar.