Shallow, Bassarath returned unopposed to lead CWI

ST JOHN’S, Antigua – Dr Kishore Shallow has been returned as President and Azim Bassarath as Vice President of Cricket West Indies (CWI) following the Annual General Meeting (AGM) held in Antigua on Saturday. Both were unopposed and began their three-year term with immediate effect.

All territories supported Dr Shallow, who secured 12 votes, while Bassarath received the backing of four territories, amassing eight votes.

This marks the first three-year term under CWI’s recently implemented governance reform, which introduces term limits to enhance accountability and long-term sustainability. The AGM was attended by all member shareholders representing Barbados, Leeward Islands, Jamaica, Guyana, Windward Islands, and Trinidad & Tobago.

Dr Shallow, a Vincentian IT and business consultant, first took office in 2023 and has been at the forefront of transformational changes within CWI, focusing on governance modernization, high-performance development, and strengthening stakeholder engagement.

Upon his confirmation, he expressed gratitude for the continued confidence placed in his leadership and reaffirmed his commitment to progress.

“I am truly honoured by the trust shown in me to continue leading Cricket West Indies. This confidence suggests that the shareholders appreciate that there is a clear direction of progress—one that respects and values each and every stakeholder and promotes oneness in our approach. Critically, we must continue on this trajectory and build on the foundation. It’s a new day for Cricket West Indies, and together, we will push our cricket forward,” Dr Shallow stated.

Vice President Bassarath, who also serves as President of the Trinidad and Tobago Cricket Board, pledged his continued support to Dr Shallow and the broader CWI leadership team as they embark on this new term.

“I remain fully committed to supporting Dr Shallow and working alongside the entire board of directors as we enter this new period for West Indies cricket. There is important work ahead, and we will continue to strengthen the game at all levels for the benefit of our players, fans, and stakeholders,” Bassarath said. (PR/BT)