Deandra Dottin Returns from Retirement for 2024 Women’s T20 World Cup

In an unexpected and exciting development for West Indian cricket, veteran all-rounder Deandra Dottin has decided to come out of retirement. This timely return is just in time for the ninth edition of the Women’s T20 World Cup, set to take place in Bangladesh later this year. Dottin’s decision to retire a couple of years…


In an unexpected and exciting development for West Indian cricket, veteran all-rounder Deandra Dottin has decided to come out of retirement. This timely return is just in time for the ninth edition of the Women’s T20 World Cup, set to take place in Bangladesh later this year.

Dottin’s decision to retire a couple of years ago surprised many. Her departure was driven by concerns about a team environment she felt was not conducive to her growth as a cricketer and her ability to reignite her passion for the game.

In a heartfelt letter to Cricket West Indies, Dottin, who has represented the West Indies in 143 ODIs and 127 T20Is, shared her pride and enthusiasm for representing her country. After a long period of self-reflection and discussions with key figures in Cricket West Indies, including President Dr. Kishore Shallow, she expressed her excitement about returning to the sport she loves. She also stated her readiness to contribute to the team across all formats immediately.

Representing West Indies in international cricket has always been a matter of great pride and passion for me. After a period of reflection and thoughtful dialogue with various parties within Cricket West Indies, including Cricket West Indies President, Dr. Kishore Shallow, I am pleased to inform you that I am eager to return to the game that I love, and contribute my utmost to the West Indies women’s team across all formats, with immediate effect,” Dottin wrote in her letter to CWI, as quoted by Cricbuzz.

She also emphasized that her extensive experience, maturity, and skills would significantly benefit the team. Dottin is committed to giving her best in every match and training session to ensure the team’s success on the international stage. Moreover, she is enthusiastic about mentoring younger players and contributing to the overall development of women’s cricket in her region.

I am confident that my experience, maturity, and skills will add value to the team as it has done in the past, and I am prepared to furnish my best efforts in every match and training session to ensure the team’s winning trajectory in international cricket. Moreover, I am enthusiastic about mentoring younger players and contributing to the overall development of women’s cricket in our region,” she added.

Dottin, one of the most celebrated players in West Indian history, holds the record for the fastest century in women’s T20Is. She achieved this milestone during the 2010 edition of the tournament, which was hosted in the Caribbean.n’s teams.”