Episodes

  • West Indies were once lost but now we’ve found…the batting lineup that works | PowettPlay Podcast

    West Indies were once lost but now we’ve found…the batting lineup that works | PowettPlay Podcast
    Jan 29 2026
    The PowettPlay Podcast is back with hosts Jordan Shannon and West Indies international Kieran Powell breaking down the first two T20 internationals between West Indies and South Africa, with plenty of insight, honesty, and real cricket talk. Kieran is encouraged by what he’s seen from the West Indies batting, believing the team may have finally stumbled across their strongest T20 batting order. With players putting their hands up, the promising batting performance in the second T20 becomes a major talking point, offering genuine optimism ahead of future white-ball challenges. Jordan turns the focus to the West Indies bowling attack, questioning whether it’s lacking bite. However, Kieran provides important context, reminding listeners that conditions in India will be vastly different to South Africa, where West Indies are likely to deploy three spinners, adding both control and depth to the attack. The episode then takes a serious turn as Jordan asks Kieran for his reaction to the shocking news surrounding Aaron Jones, who has been charged with breaching Cricket West Indies (CWI) and ICC anti-corruption codes. Kieran speaks candidly about the surprise of the situation and the dark side of the game, offering rare perspective on corruption in international cricket. A must-listen episode covering West Indies cricket, T20 analysis, team selection, spin bowling strategy, and cricket anti-corruption — only on the PowettPlay Podcast. 🎙️🏏 #PowettPlayPodcast #CricketPodcast #CricketTalk #CricketAnalysis #T20WorldCup #T20WorldCup2026 #ICCWorldCup #T20Cricket #WestIndiesCricket #Windies #WindiesCricket #CricketWestIndies #ShaiHope #WestIndiesSquad #SquadSelection #CricketDebate #KieranPowell #CricketInsight #CricketSouthAfrica #SAvWI #AaronJones #Corruption #ICC #Hetmyer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    21 mins
  • West Indies announce T20 WC squad! Evin Lewis announces his retirement! | PowettPlay Podcast

    West Indies announce T20 WC squad! Evin Lewis announces his retirement! | PowettPlay Podcast
    Jan 26 2026
    Breaking news out of West Indies cricket as the official West Indies squad for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup is announced and the PowettPlay Podcast is straight into it. Hosts Jordan Shannon and West Indies international Kieran Powell react in real time to one of the most talked-about squad announcements in recent memory. Kieran doesn’t hold back as he breaks down the selections, omissions, and surprises, diving deep into form, roles, balance, and what this squad really says about the direction of West Indies T20 cricket. When a player retires off the back of the announcement, you know there are going to be major talking points and this episode tackles them head-on. There are names everyone expected to see, others that have sparked serious debate, and a few selections that raise big questions around performance, consistency, and selection policy. With his experience at the highest level, Kieran offers the detailed, honest, and nuanced analysis listeners have come to expect, while Jordan guides the conversation through the wider implications for the team heading into a global tournament. If you’re searching for West Indies T20 World Cup squad reaction, expert cricket analysis, or an unfiltered take on Caribbean cricket selection, this is an episode you don’t want to miss. PowettPlay Podcast insight, honesty, and real cricket conversations. #PowettPlayPodcast #CricketPodcast #CricketTalk #CricketAnalysis #T20WorldCup #T20WorldCup2026 #ICCWorldCup #T20Cricket #WestIndiesCricket #Windies #WindiesCricket #CricketWestIndies #ShaiHope #WestIndiesSquad #SquadSelection #CricketDebate #KieranPowell #CricketInsight #IndiaCricket #SriLankaCricket #SubcontinentConditions #EvinLewis #Retirement Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    20 mins
  • Things we’ve learnt after the Afghanistan series…ABSOLUTELY NOTHING! | PowettPlay Podcast

    Things we’ve learnt after the Afghanistan series…ABSOLUTELY NOTHING! | PowettPlay Podcast
    Jan 23 2026
    On this episode of the PowettPlay Podcast, hosts Jordan Shannon and Kieran Powell break down the West Indies’ three-match T20 series against Afghanistan, a series billed as T20 World Cup preparation but did it actually deliver? West Indies international Kieran Powell doesn’t sit on the fence, stating point blank that nothing has been gained from the series, with major question marks still hanging over key positions in the West Indies T20 lineup. From squad balance to player roles, Kieran gives his honest assessment of where the team stands just weeks out from the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. As always, Jordan puts Kieran on the spot about Shai Hope where should he bat, Kieran answers the question exactly as fans have come to expect, offering clarity on Hope’s role and the wider batting order debate. The conversation then turns to World Cup selection, as Kieran outlines who he currently sees in his West Indies XI heading into the tournament, highlighting form, balance, and the tough calls selectors still need to make. To round things off, Kieran fires questions back at Jordan, asking for his take on England’s T20 World Cup prospects, what should be considered a successful tournament for England, and the pressure mounting on Harry Brook and Brendon McCullum in this new era. Insightful, honest, and unfiltered this is essential listening for West Indies cricket fans, England supporters, and anyone counting down to the T20 World Cup. 🎙️ Listen now and join the debate #PowettPlayPodcast #WestIndiesCricket #T20WorldCup #WIvAFG #CricketPodcast #T20Cricket #Windies #CaribbeanCricket #ShaiHope #KieranPowell #JordanShannon #EnglandCricket #HarryBrook #BrendonMcCullum #WorldCupCricket #CricketDebate #CricketAnalysis #CricketFans #CricketTalk #T20 #Cricket #CricketTalk #CricketFans Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    25 mins
  • West Indies U19 Player Development & Building a World-Class Environment | PowettPlay Podcast

    West Indies U19 Player Development & Building a World-Class Environment | PowettPlay Podcast
    Jan 19 2026
    On this episode of the PowettPlay Podcast, hosts Jordan Shannon and West Indies international Kieran Powell dive into the future of West Indies cricket, using the current ICC Under-19 World Cup as a blueprint for long-term success. The conversation starts with player identification, as Kieran explain's why the U19 World Cup has been a success for West Indies cricket. They highlight how identifying just 2–3 elite players per U19 cycle is enough to consistently refresh the senior talent pool. Attention then turns to player development, with a strong argument that these young talents must now be fast-tracked into regional first-class cricket and, just as importantly, exposed to global environments. From UK club cricket to elite overseas academies like the Chennai Super Kings setup in India. The episode also tackles coaching and talent utilisation, questioning whether the right people are currently in place to maximise player potential. A key theme throughout is time and patience. Lawes and McKenzie are identified as long-term investments, not instant solutions. Kieran reflects on what happened when Jewel Andrew was rushed into international cricket, stressing that development is a 3–4 year process. Finally, the episode explores environment and performance, using Sherfane Rutherford’s dominance in the SA20 as a case study. A must-listen episode for anyone passionate about West Indies cricket, talent pathways, player development, and the future of Caribbean cricket. #PowettPlayPodcast #WestIndiesCricket #CaribbeanCricket #U19WorldCup #WIU19 #CricketDevelopment #PlayerPathway #TalentIdentification #CricketCoaching #YouthCricket #CricketAcademy #RegionalCricket #GlobalCricket #FutureOfCricket #CricketPodcast #CricketAnalysis #CricketSelectors #SA20 #SherfaneRutherford #VitalLawes #MicahMcKenzie #JewelAndrew Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    24 mins
  • West Indies T20 Prep Analysis & Allegations of Presidential Expenditure Exposed | PowettPlay Podcast

    West Indies T20 Prep Analysis & Allegations of Presidential Expenditure Exposed | PowettPlay Podcast
    Jan 15 2026
    On this episode of the PowettPlay Podcast, hosts Jordan Shannon and West Indies international Kieran Powell break down the recently announced West Indies T20 squad for the tour of Afghanistan, with several core members missing from the selection. Kieran questions whether omitting experienced players is ideal preparation at this stage, while also pointing out that the selections highlight just how many places remain up for grabs within the West Indies T20 setup. The discussion then widens to the planning and logistics behind West Indies cricket, as Kieran raises serious concerns about the sense both practically and strategically of playing Afghanistan in Sharjah, before travelling to South Africa, and then travelling to India. Is this schedule beneficial from a performance and preparation standpoint, and does it even stack up commercially? On the business side of the game, Kieran does not shy away from controversy, making strong allegations regarding the Cricket West Indies president’s expenditure, prompting an important and candid conversation around governance, transparency, and accountability within West Indies cricket. Insightful, honest, and unafraid to ask difficult questions, this episode offers plenty of debate and perspective for West Indies supporters and cricket fans worldwide. #PowettPlayPodcast #CricketPodcast #CricketTalk #CricketAnalysis #T20WorldCup #T20WorldCup2026 #ICCWorldCup #T20Cricket #WestIndiesCricket #Windies #WindiesCricket #CricketWestIndies #ShaiHope #WestIndiesSquad #SquadSelection #CricketDebate #KieranPowell #CricketInsight #IndiaCricket #SriLankaCricket #SubcontinentConditions #President #AfghanistanCricket Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    25 mins
  • Missed Generation - Why West Indies Batters Never Excel...

    Missed Generation - Why West Indies Batters Never Excel...
    Jan 12 2026
    On this episode of the PowettPlay Podcast, hosts Jordan Shannon and Kieran Powell dive deep into one of the most talked-about issues in modern West Indies cricket the recurring pattern of batters bursting onto the scene, only to fade. West Indies international cricketer Kieran Powell draws on his own career experiences to offer rare, first-hand insight into the technical, mental, and structural challenges facing Caribbean batters today. Kieran shares his theories on why maintaining consistency at the highest level has become increasingly difficult, and why this issue appears more pronounced in the West Indies compared to other major cricketing nations. Jordan Shannon believes that once batters are “figured out” by international bowling attacks, many struggle to adapt and evolve their games. Kieran expands on this point, adding crucial context around player pathways, preparation, and without giving too much away the lack of long-term support systems available once players reach the top level. The episode concludes with Jordan discussing the importance of environment in player performance, highlighting how a change of surroundings has helped Sherfane Rutherford rediscover form ahead of the T20 World Cup, and what this could mean for West Indies’ white-ball future. If you’re passionate about West Indies cricket, player development, batting analysis, or the challenges facing modern international cricketers, this is an episode you won’t want to miss. #PowettPlayPodcast #WestIndiesCricket #CaribbeanCricket #Windies #CricketPodcast #CricketAnalysis #BattingInCricket #PlayerDevelopment #CricketMentality #InternationalCricket #T20Cricket #T20WorldCup #SherfaneRutherford #CricketTalk #CricketDiscussion #CricketCommunity #ModernCricket #CricketFans #TestCricket #Cricket #DarrenBravo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    22 mins
  • West Indies Cricket In 2026 | PowettPlay Podcast

    West Indies Cricket In 2026 | PowettPlay Podcast
    Jan 6 2026
    What does 2026 look like for West Indies cricket? On this episode of the PowettPlay Podcast, hosts Jordan Shannon and West Indies international Kieran Powell look ahead to a crucial year for Caribbean cricket across the red-ball landscape. Jordan puts the spotlight on their Test series scheduled against Sri Lanka, Pakistan and Bangladesh, asking what success should realistically look like and where the West Indies must improve. Kieran breaks down what he wants to see from the batting unit, bowling attack and overall team balance, while also discussing the importance of pitch preparation and wickets in shaping competitive Test performances and player development. The conversation turns to the current state of West Indies Test cricket, including thoughts on Roston Chase as Test captain. That leads into a deep dive on the West Indies Four-Day Championship, with Jordan asking just how important this year’s domestic red-ball tournament is given the number of Test places up for grabs. Kieran explains why strong performances in the four-day competition are vital, not just for selection, but for players rebuilding red-ball skills, temperament and match fitness, as West Indies cricket looks to re-establish consistency at Test level. A must-listen episode for fans of West Indies cricket, Test cricket analysis, and anyone interested in the future direction of Caribbean red-ball cricket heading into 2026 and beyond. #PowettPlayPodcast #WestIndiesCricket #WIcricket #CaribbeanCricket #TestCricket #RedBallCricket #WestIndiesTestTeam #FourDayCricket #DomesticCricket #CricketPodcast #CricketAnalysis #CricketTalk #FutureOfCricket #2026Cricket #KieranPowell #CricketAnalysis #CricketTalk #CricketFans #CricketCommunity #WindiesCricket #CWI #WestIndies #CricketAwards #2025Awards #Cricket #CricketNews #CricketLife #CricketFans #CricketLovers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    24 mins
  • 2025 West Indies Awards | PowettPlay Podcast

    2025 West Indies Awards | PowettPlay Podcast
    Dec 31 2025
    The PowettPlay Podcast is back with a special 2025 West Indies Awards edition as hosts Jordan Shannon and Kieran Powell take a deep dive into the standout performers across international cricket. In this episode, West Indies international Kieran Powell reveals his West Indies Test, ODI, and T20 Player of the Year awards for 2025.Kieran breaks down his shortlists for each format, analysing performances, consistency, impact, and context across the international calendar. From red-ball resilience in Test cricket to white-ball dominance in ODIs and T20s, Powell walks listeners through his thoughtful, detailed reasoning behind every selection a hallmark of the PowettPlay Podcast.With expert insight, honest debate, and deep cricketing knowledge, Jordan and Kieran explore what truly defines excellence in modern West Indies cricket and what these performances mean for the future of the game in the Caribbean.Whether you’re a passionate West Indies cricket fan, a student of the game, or love in-depth cricket analysis, this episode delivers clarity, context, and conversation you won’t want to miss.#PowettPlayPodcast #WestIndiesCricket #CaribbeanCricket #KieranPowell #JordanShannon #WestIndiesAwards #PlayerOfTheYear #TestCricket #ODICricket #T20Cricket #CricketPodcast #CricketAnalysis #CricketTalk #CricketFans #CricketCommunity #WindiesCricket #CWI #WestIndies #CricketAwards #2025Awards #Cricket #CricketNews #CricketLife #CricketFans #CricketLovers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    25 mins