Grimmond in, Henry out: West Indies squad change for Ireland ODIs

Jediah Grimmond has been called into the West Indies squad for the upcoming ODI series vs Ireland after Shai Henry was ruled out due to injury. Injury blow Shai Henry is out of the Ireland ODIs with an injury. Jediah Grimmond comes in as his replacement. He gets a chance in the 50-over squad. West Indies will face Ireland in ODIs — a chance for Grimmond to get international exposure. Henry’s absence is a big loss Vice-captain in T20 World Cup 92 runs at 131.42 SR — best for West Indies in the tournament 3 wickets at 8.87 economy Grimmond’s record 5 ODIs played, including the last one vs Australia in Basseterre in April 93 runs at 18.60 avg Scored a half-century on debut vs England in June 2025. This is West Indies’ 3rd series in the 2025-29 Women’s Championship. They’ve lost both so far: 2-1 to Sri Lanka and 3-0 to Australia at home. Top 8 of 11 teams get direct qualification for the 2029 World Cup, so points vs Ireland are crucial. "Ireland would be a tough opponent in their conditions, and we need to adapt fast and make sure we play some good cricket," West Indies head coach Shane Deitz said. "These are valuable points for qualification for the next ODI World Cup, and this series and the next few series over the next six to eight months are really important for us to get some wins on the board and make sure we're in contention for that next ODI World Cup." Hayley Matthews (capt), Aaliyah Alleyne, Shemaine Campbelle, Jahzara Claxton, Deandra Dottin, Afy Fletcher, Jannillea Glasgow, Realeanna Grimmond, Shawnisha Hector, Zaida James, Qiana Joseph, Mandy Mangru, Ashmini Munisar, Karishma Ramharack, Stafanie Taylor.