BCB - U19 Talent ID Search - ICC Americas World Cup Qualifiers
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The Bermuda Cricket Board (BCB) has officially launched its search for the island’s next generation of elite cricketing talent as Bermuda prepares to host the ICC Americas U19 Division 1 World Cup Qualifiers in August 2027.
The High-Performance initiative marks the beginning of an intensive development cycle designed to select, refine, and elevate young athletes capable of competing at the highest international level on home soil.
Leading the program is newly appointed National U19 Head Coach Ryan Steede, a former member of Bermuda’s successful 2005 World Cup Qualification campaign and experienced mentor within Bermuda’s cricket ecosystem. Coach Steede and the BCB are casting a wide net to identify dynamic batsmen, fast bowlers, spinners, and elite fielders who possess the drive to represent the nation.
"My primary focus is to instill discipline, a strong work ethic, and tactical sharpness into this squad so we can capitalize on hosting in 2027 and secure our spot at the U19 World Cup," said Head Coach Ryan Steede.
Eligibility & Registration Details
• Age Requirement: Players born on or after September 1, 2008 and by September 1, 2012, to meet the minimum and maximum ICC age group requirements.
• Eligibility: Open to all local club players, school athletes, independent cricketers, and overseas Bermudian student-athletes.
• Overseas Players: Bermudians currently studying or playing abroad are encouraged to register and join the high-performance pipeline.
How to Register:
1. Local Players, Clubs & Schools: Contact your club coach or school sports coordinator or register directly with the BCB office.
2. Overseas Student-Athletes: Submit player profiles, match statistics, and video footage directly to the Bermuda Cricket Board at info@cricket.bm.
3. Deadline: Wednesday, October 14th. Information regarding trial dates, training schedules, and player pathways will be released by Friday, October 9th.
Thursday, October 01, 2026
Hemp named Bangladesh Women's Head Coach for 2-years
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The Bangladesh Cricket Board has appointed former Bermuda captain David Hemp as head coach of the women's national team on a two-year contract running until September 2028.
The 55-year-old takes over from Sarwar Imran, who had held the reins since February 2025. Hemp will officially link up with the squad in Brisbane ahead of their upcoming One-Day International series against Australia.
Hemp is already a familiar figure within Bangladesh's setup, having joined the BCB in May 2023 to head their High Performance programme. He served as the men's national team batting coach in 2024 following an earlier stint during their 2023 tour of New Zealand.
He also brings recent direct experience with the national women's squad, having served as batting coach during the 2025 ICC Women's ODI World Cup Qualifier in Pakistan and the T20 World Cup Qualifier in Nepal earlier this year.
"The appointment gives Hemp an opportunity to work with the Bangladesh women's team again," the BCB confirmed in an official statement.
Hemp boasts significant pedigree in the women's international and franchise game. He previously led the Pakistan women's national team as head coach between 2020 and 2022, alongside stints in Australia in charge of Victoria and Melbourne Stars in the Women's Big Bash League.
Wednesday, September 30, 2026
North American Cricket Cup Rawlins & Sabir lead Bermuda
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Bermuda’s triumph at the North American Cricket Cup was underpinned by clinical performances with both bat and ball, as statistical analysis from islandstats.com reveals the key figures behind the silverware.
Across the tournament, the champions compiled a formidable aggregate of 446 runs while losing just 21 wickets. In response, Bermuda's disciplined bowling attack claimed 33 wickets while restricting opposing line-ups to a combined 399 runs.
Former Sussex all-rounder Delray Rawlins spearheaded the Bermudian charge across virtually every key metric, ably supported by emerging talent Dominic Sabir and seamer Kwasi James.
Rawlins dictated terms with the willow, finishing as the tournament's leading run-scorer with an imperious aggregate of 132 runs. Rising star Dominic Sabir provided vital middle-order support, securing second spot on the chart with a composed 91 runs.
Bermuda's power-hitting proved decisive in swinging momentum, with Rawlins again leading the way by sending 10 deliveries over the boundary. Aggressive stroke-maker Isaiah O'Brien finished second in the six-hitting ranks, clearing the ropes on five occasions.
In terms of finding the rope along the ground, Rawlins and Sabir once again set the benchmark, finding gaps in the field with consistent regularity throughout the competition.
With the ball, Bermuda showcased depth and variety. Rawlins underlined his complete all-round display by taking seven wickets with his left-arm spin, sharing top bowling honours with Kwasi James, whose disciplined pace bowling also yielded an identical return of seven scalps.
Bermuda's sharpness in the field provided the foundation for their bowlers, with captain Terryn Fray leading by example with four catches along with wicketkeeper Sinclair Smith. A tie for second spot saw Kamau Leverock and Rawlins each pull down three dismissals.
Bermuda Awarded 2027 Qualifiers & Steede Named Coach
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Bermuda will host the ICC Under-19 Men’s Cricket World Cup Americas Division 1 Qualifier in late August 2027, with former national player Ryan Steede appointed to lead the island's campaign.
The 50-over tournament will bring together the region’s emerging talent to compete for a solitary berth at the 2028 ICC Under-19 Men’s Cricket World Cup.
The award marks the fourth major International Cricket Council event staged on the island since 2023, underlining Bermuda’s growing reputation as a dependable host on the associate cricket circuit.
"Hosting the 2027 ICC Under-19 World Cup Qualifiers is a fantastic moment for Bermuda cricket," said Bermuda Cricket Board president Lloyd Smith.
"This tournament not only puts our world-class facilities and passionate cricket community on the international stage, but it also provides our youth players with an unprecedented opportunity to compete against top global talent on home soil."
To lead the preparations, the governing body has turned to former senior international Steede, installing him as head coach of the national under-19 men’s programme.
Steede, who featured for Bermuda during their historic qualification era leading to the 2007 World Cup, transitions into the role with extensive pedigree across youth development and high-performance grassroots cricket. He will oversee squad selection, tactical development, and training programmes over the next 11 months ahead of the regional showdown.
"Ryan’s journey from a national squad player in the 2007 World Cup era to a dedicated mentor in local youth development brings invaluable tactical insight and strong leadership to our high-performance pathway," added Smith.
"Under Ryan’s guidance, we are confident in our squad’s ability to prepare thoroughly and push for qualification for the 2028 World Cup."
Steede welcomed the challenge, setting his sights on making home advantage count.
"It is an honour to step into this role at such a defining moment for Bermuda cricket," said Steede. "Having represented Bermuda on the World Cup stage and spent years working closely with young cricketers, I know what it takes to build both skill and character at the international level.
"My primary focus is to instil discipline, strong work ethic, and tactical sharpness into this squad so we can capitalise on hosting in 2027 and secure our spot at the 2028 Under-19 World Cup."
Sunday, September 27, 2026
Bermuda Hold Nerve to Claim Title after Rain-Shortened Thriller
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Bermuda 101/9 Cayman Islands 59
Bermuda have been crowned North American Cup champions after defending a revised target to seal a dramatic victory over hosts Cayman Islands in a rain-curtailed final at the Jimmy Powell Cricket Oval.
On an afternoon heavily disrupted by the elements, the tourists held their nerve under pressure with the ball to dismiss the home side and lift the silverware on foreign soil.
The day began in promising fashion for the Cayman Islands, who won the toss and elected to field in the hope of exploiting early bowler-friendly conditions. However, the weather soon took centre stage as a sharp downpour immediately following the toss forced the groundstaff into action and trimmed the contest to 15 overs per side.
When play eventually got underway, Bermuda found the going tough against a disciplined local bowling attack. Cayman Islands seamer Romario Edwards produced an incisive spell, tearing through the middle order to finish with outstanding figures of 3-6 from his two overs.
Despite Edwards' burst and regular wickets falling at the other end, Isaiah O'Brien proved to be the bedrock of the Bermuda innings. O'Brien struck an invaluable, counter-attacking 43 to guide his side to 101-9 from their 15 overs, setting up a competitive, adjusted total.
Cayman Islands' pursuit never truly found its rhythm against relentless Bermuda pressure with the ball. Only Vaickesh Dhaniram managed to offer sustained resistance, grafting his way to a side-best 14, as wickets tumbled at regular intervals under the mounting required rate.
Kwasi James led the Bermuda bowling effort with real authority, ripping through the host batting line-up to finish with figures of 3-17 from his three-over spell.
The hosts were ultimately bundled out for 59, ensuring Bermuda sealed a famous victory and the championship trophy following a breathless, weather-affected duel in George Town.
Bermuda Inning
..04 (10) Dominic Sabir c Adrian W b Vaickesh Dhaniram ..10 (20) Delray Rawlins c Romario Edwards b Malcolm Ramlogan ..18 (11) Kamau Leverock c Malcolm Ramlogan b Adrian Wright ..07 (15) Terryne Fray c Romario Edwards b Malcolm Ramlogan ..43 (22) Isaiah O'Brien c Adrian Wright b Romeo Dunka ..03 (05) Charles Trott Run Out ..03 (04) Zeri Tomlinson c Jermaine B b Romario Edwards ..00 (02) Derrick Brangman c Jermaine B b Romario Edwards ..00 (01) Kwasi James b Romario Edwards ..00 (00) Sinclair Smith Not Out ..13 Extras (2lb-11w) 101 Total for 9 wickets after 15 overs
3.0-0-34-1 Romeo Dunka 2.0-0-13-0 Andre McCarthy 2.0-1-03-1 Vaickesh Dhaniram 3.0-0-21-1 Adrian Wright 3.0-0-22-2 Malcolm Ramlogan 2.0-0-06-3 Romario Edwards
Cayman Islands Inning
..04 (07) Jermaine Baker Run Out ..02 (05) Hikkaduwa Liyana Sachin Diwangana b Delray Rawlins ..10 (07) Bishal Kharty c Dominic Sabir b Kevon Fubler ..03 (05) Andre McCarthy c Terryn Fray b Kwasi James ..06 (10) Samuel Foster st Sinclair Smith b Kwasi James ..14 (11) Vaickesh Dhaniram c Kevon Fubler b Kwasi James ..00 (05) Romeo Dunka c Terryn Fray b Derrick Brangman ..02 (04) Antwan Ifill Run Out ..00 (03) Romario Edwards b Derrick Brangman ..07 (09) Malcolm Ramlogan Not Out ..09 (24) Adrian Wright b Kamau Leverock ..02 Extras (1lb-1w) ..59 Total All Out after 15 overs
