The Caribbean side’s struggles in the format continued when Kuldeep ended with the flattering figures of four for six from three overs and Jadeja supported with three for 37 from six overs, and they were dismissed for 114 in 23 overs after they were sent into bat.

SZÉKESFEHÉRVÁR, Hungary – St. Lucian sprinter Julien Alfred produced a memorable professional debut when she stunned in-form American Sha’Carri Richardson to win the women’s 100 meters at the Istvan Gyulai Memorial here Tuesday.

GROS ISLET, St Lucia – West Indies Women’s captain Hayley Matthews said her side had bigger challenges ahead, but they welcomed the clean sweep of their home international series against Ireland that ended on Saturday in St Lucia.

CASTRIES, St Lucia – German sports apparel manufacturer, Puma announced on Friday it had signed St Lucia sprint darling Julien Alfred.

ROSEAU, Dominica – Seasoned all-rounder Jason Holder has warned his fast-bowling group there will be little margin for error against India’s “extraordinary batsmen”, in the two-Test series bowling off here Wednesday.

MIAMI, Florida – An early second half goal from Amari’I Bell enabled Jamaica to push past Guatemala 1-0 on Sunday and book a place in the semi-finals of the Concacaf Gold Cup in the United States.

SYDNEY, Australia – Jamaica's Reggae Girlz midfielder Drew Spence says the Caribbean side will have to be more attacking in their next game against Panama, if they are to collect full points and progress in the group stage of the FIFA Women’s World Cup.

CINCINNATI, Ohio – Reggae Boyz head coach Heimir Hallgrímsson has warned his side their winning performance against Guatemala in Sunday’s quarter-final, will not be enough to eclipse powerhouses Mexico in Wednesday’s semi-final.

GROS ISLET, St Lucia – Captain Hayley Matthews continued to leave an indelible mark on the series, carving out an eighth Twenty20 International half-century as West Indies Women strolled to an uncomplicated eight-wicket win over Ireland Women here Thursday.

MIRAMAR, FL – The anticipated visit of Track & Field superstar and multi- decorated Olympian Dr. Usain Bolt, OJ, CD, OLY, to the City of Miramar in South Florida did not disappoint. His visit was the culmination of years of planning for a sculpture of his likeness erected at the Ansin Sports Complex as the first installation of the City’s Art-in-Public-Places initiative. The brainchild behind commissioning a sculpture of Bolt was Vice Mayor Alexandra P. Davis, who stated, “This statue of Usain Bolt will not only serve as a source of inspiration for our residents, but I believe it will also attract visitors from far and wide. As people come to witness the magnificence of this statue, they will discover the charm and vibrancy of our city, leading to increased tourism and economic opportunities for local businesses. The statue will become a point of pride for our community, a landmark that showcases our commitment to excellence, athleticism, and the celebration of human achievement.” 

ST JOHN’S, Antigua – Australian Shane Deitz has been appointed the new head coach of West Indies Women, replacing West Indies legend Courtney Walsh who was sacked in April. 

HARARE, Zimbabwe – Opener Brandon King struck a second One-Day International hundred as under-pressure West Indies halted their three-game losing skid with a convincing seven-wicket over Oman in their penultimate game of the ICC World Cup Qualifiers on Wednesday.