PowettPlay Podcast

In the latest episode of the PowettPlay Podcast, hosts Jordan Shannon and former West Indies international Kieran Powell look ahead to the West Indies’ upcoming One Day International series against New Zealand, analysing the key selection decisions, tactical match-ups and challenges facing the Caribbean side. Kieran outlines his predicted West Indies starting XI and breaks down the potential roles...

The PowettPlay Podcast returns as hosts Jordan Shannon and Kieran Powell are joined once again by Roger Tracey from Massive Hitz Cricket to analyse a historic moment for West Indies cricket following their first home Test series victory over Sri Lanka in more than two decades. The panel breaks down the key performances that shaped the 2nd Test, celebrating the impressive batting displays from Just...

The PowettPlay Podcast is back as hosts Jordan Shannon and West Indies international Kieran Powell preview the eagerly anticipated second Test between West Indies and Sri Lanka, breaking down the biggest talking points ahead of the game. Should the West Indies make changes to a winning XI, or stick with the side that delivered success? Jordan and Kieran debate the major selection dilemmas, discuss...

On this episode of the PowettPlay Podcast, hosts Jordan Shannon and Kieran Powell are joined by Massive Hitz Cricket's Roger Tracey to break down the West Indies' commanding Test victory over Sri Lanka. The panel analyse the standout performances that powered the West Indies to victory, including Amir Jangoo's magnificent double century, which has strengthened his claim for a permanent place in th...

Hosts Jordan Shannon and West Indies international Kieran Powell break down an intriguing opening day of the 1st Test between West Indies and Sri Lanka, analysing the performances, tactics and key talking points from the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium in Antigua. The pair discuss the nature of the Antigua pitch, assessing whether conditions favoured bat or ball, while examining the performance of the...

In this episode of the PowettPlay Podcast, hosts Jordan Shannon and West Indies international Kieran Powell break down the latest developments in West Indies cricket ahead of the highly anticipated Test series against Sri Lanka. The pair react to the West Indies Select XI's impressive and unexpected victory over Sri Lanka, discussing why the performance could provide a tactical blueprint for the s...

On this episode of the PowettPlay Podcast, hosts Jordan Shannon and Kieran Powell take a deep dive into Kieran's predicted West Indies Test squad for the upcoming Test series against Sri Lanka. The pair analyse key selection decisions across the squad, discussing why explosive left-hander Shimron Hetmyer deserves a place in the Test setup due to his proven ability against spin bowling and his suit...

In this episode of the PowettPlay Podcast, hosts Jordan Shannon and West Indies international Kieran Powell celebrate the West Indies' impressive T20 series victory over Sri Lanka, breaking down the key performances that secured the win. The spotlight falls on Shamar Joseph, whose sensational five-wicket haul showcased the depth and emerging talent within Caribbean cricket. Jordan and Kieran analy...

On this episode of the PowettPlay Podcast, hosts Jordan Shannon and West Indies international Kieran Powell break down the ongoing West Indies vs Sri Lanka cricket series, analysing the key talking points emerging from 2 T20's so far. The pair examine the continued struggles of West Indies batters against Sri Lanka's spin attack, discussing why Caribbean players have found it difficult to adapt an...

In this episode of the PowettPlay Podcast, hosts Jordan Shannon and West Indies international Kieran Powell break down the challenges facing the West Indies cricket team ahead of a crucial second ODI against Sri Lanka. Following a disappointing performance in the series opener, the pair discuss the tactical changes needed for the Caribbean side to bounce back and keep the series alive. Jordan and...

In this episode of the PowettPlay Podcast, hosts Jordan Shannon and Kieran Powell break down the West Indies' opening ODI defeat to Sri Lanka, analysing the key moments that shaped the result and what the Caribbean side must do to bounce back in the remainder of the series. The pair discuss whether a lack of recent 50-over cricket contributed to a rusty West Indies performance, while giving credit...

The latest episode of the PowettPlay Podcast sees hosts Jordan Shannon and Kieran Powell break down their ideal West Indies squads for the upcoming ODI and T20I series against Sri Lanka. The pair dive deep into West Indies white-ball cricket selection debates, discussing which players deserve opportunities, how the regional side should balance youth and experience, and why workload management is b...

Kieran Powell and Jordan Shannon sit down with Jamal Smith for a revealing deep dive into the future of Caribbean cricket, talent identification, and the evolving selection process within Cricket West Indies. In this must-listen episode, Jamal Smith explains how modern cricket scouting has moved far beyond traditional selection panels, detailing his role as Senior Talent Manager and how data, obse...

The latest episode of the PowettPlay Podcast sees hosts Jordan Shannon and Kieran Powell deliver a passionate and unfiltered assessment of the ongoing issues within Cricket West Indies. The pair react to the shocking delay surrounding the Regional Championship finals after a pitch was ruled unplayable due to dangerous levels of moisture despite ground staff reportedly having three weeks to prepare...

The latest episode of the PowettPlay Podcast sees hosts Jordan Shannon and Kieran Powell deliver an in-depth breakdown of Trinidad’s thrilling semi-final victory over Barbados and preview the highly anticipated regional cricket final against Guyana. The discussion dives deep into the standout performances that shaped the semi-final, with special praise for Joshua Bishop’s all-round versatility and...

Jordan Shannon and Kieran Powell return on the PowettPlay Podcast to break down the latest action in regional Caribbean cricket, including the highly anticipated Trinidad vs Barbados clash and the rise of the West Indies Academy. In this episode, the hosts analyse Trinidad’s dominant bowling attack, Barbados’ batting struggles on a difficult pitch, and the tactical lessons emerging from the region...

In this powerful and thought-provoking episode of the PowettPlay Podcast, hosts Jordan Shannon and West Indies international cricketer Kieran Powell are joined by West Indies Academy Head Coach Ramesh Subasinghe and respected Barbados cricket voice Philo Wallace for a deep dive into the current state of West Indies cricket. Focusing on the West Indies Championship, regional cricket structure, and...

The PowettPlay Podcast returns with hosts Jordan Shannon and Kieran Powell breaking down the conclusion of the West Indies Championship 2026 season in a detailed, insight-rich episode. From team dominance to standout individual performances, this episode delivers a comprehensive review of one of the Caribbean’s premier first-class cricket competitions. Jordan and Kieran analyse Guyana’s commanding...

In this powerful and unfiltered episode of the PowettPlay Podcast, hosts Jordan Shannon and Kieran Powell dive deep into the ongoing decline of Leeward Islands cricket, unpacking the systemic issues that continue to hinder performance at the regional level. With first-hand insight and honest analysis, the conversation explores how toxic management structures, administrative interference, and a lac...

The PowettPlay Podcast returns with hosts Jordan Shannon and West Indies international Kieran Powell delivering an in-depth analysis of the second round of Caribbean regional cricket fixtures. In this episode, the pair break down the biggest talking points from across the competition, spotlighting standout individual performances and emerging talent shaping the future of West Indies cricket. A maj...

The PowettPlay Podcast returns with another deep dive into the West Indies Championship as hosts Jordan Shannon and West Indies international Kieran Powell analyse the tournament’s progression and the key narratives shaping this phase of the competition. In this episode, the focus turns to the Leeward Islands, with a critical assessment of recent squad adjustments and whether the current team bala...

The PowettPlay Podcast returns with an in-depth, expert review of the opening round of the West Indies Championship, as hosts Jordan Shannon and West Indies international Kieran Powell break down the standout performances, key storylines, and emerging concerns from the Caribbean’s premier first-class competition. This episode shines a spotlight on Trinidad and Tobago’s commanding victory over the...

In this episode of the PowettPlay Podcast, hosts Jordan Shannon and West Indies international Kieran Powell dive deep into the start of the West Indies Regional Four-Day Championship, delivering expert insight, honest opinions, and high-level cricket analysis. The discussion centres around major selection controversies, with Powell voicing strong concerns about the Leeward Islands’ decision-making...

In this episode of the PowettPlay Podcast, hosts Jordan Shannon and Kieran Powell deliver a hard-hitting analysis of the latest financial report released by Cricket West Indies unpacking what it reveals about the current state and future of Caribbean cricket. The discussion dives deep into what appears to be an unsustainable financial model, where soaring operational costs and escalating player sa...

In this powerful and hard-hitting episode of the PowettPlay Podcast, hosts Jordan Shannon and Kieran Powell examine the alarming situation surrounding the West Indies cricket team following their exit from the ICC Cricket World Cup in India. After the tournament, several West Indies players were reportedly left stranded for more than ten days amid regional conflict and widespread flight cancellati...