Akeal Hosein
Akeal Hosein is a talented West Indian cricketer known for his skills as a left-arm spinner and a handy lower-order batsman. He has made significant contributions to the West Indies team in various formats, showcasing his abilities in both international and domestic cricket. In the recent HBL PSL match, Hosein played for the Quetta Gladiators and was involved in the bowling attack that sought to contain the Lahore Qalandars, taking key wickets but ultimately facing defeat in the match.
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Akeal Hosein’s left-arm spin helped reduce Zimbabwe to 20-3.
West Indies thrash Zimbabwe - Taipei Times
Taiwan· 2026-02-25
Hosein took a crucial wicket with a delivery that turned sharply.
Rampaging Hetmyer, spinners seal West Indies’ massive win over Zimbabwe
Guyana· 2026-02-24
Akeal Hosein contributes to the West Indies' effective spin attack.
'With so many left-handers, finger spin is the problem': India coach sounds alarm before Super 8 | Cricket News
India· 2026-02-20
Akeal Hosein struck in the day’s first over when he bowled Kushal Bhurtel through the gates.
Holder leads WI past hapless Nepal and into Super Eights | Sports
Jamaica· 2026-02-16
Akeal Hosein has promised that the regional team will not drop its guard when they come up against minnows Nepal in their crucial ICC Men’s T20 World Cup contest.
T20 World Cup: West Indies won’t underestimate Nepal, says Hosein | NewsJamaica· 2026-02-14Akeal Hosein picked off England’s seventh wicket, helping to secure the win.
Rutherford, spinners lead West Indies to second straight winGuyana· 2026-02-13
Akeal Hosein’s theatrical bow to his team-mate summed up Hetmyer’s day after he clung onto a spectacular catch.
Hetmyer heroics, Shepherd hat-trick headline West Indies’ opening day win over ScotlandGuyana· 2026-02-08
Akeal Hosein is among the first-choice players returning to the squad.
Alzarri loses race against time | SportsJamaica· 2026-01-27
T20 Captain Shai Hope, along with established players Roston Chase, Akeal Hosein and Sherfane Rutherford were unavailable for selection due to commitments in the ongoing SA20 tournament.
Shamar Joseph returns from injury as CWI names squad for Afghanistan T20I seriesGuyana· 2026-01-14
Akeal Hosein is mentioned as one of the players in line for a big IPL pay.
Jason Holder, Shai Hope, Akeal Hosein, Alzarri Joseph in line for big IPL payGuyana· 2025-12-02
Akeal Hosein maintains his spot as the second ranked T20I bowler in the world.
Chase, Shepherd, Holder among biggest movers in T20I rankings | SportsJamaica· 2025-11-08
Akeal Hosein could only manage a single run in a tense final over.
New Zealand edge WI in thriller to even series | SportsJamaica· 2025-11-07
Akeal Hosein is ranked second among bowlers.
Abhishek Sharma unstoppable at No.1; Babar Azam climbs nine spots in ICC T20I rankings | Cricket NewsIndia· 2025-11-06
Akeal Hosein was lofted for a six by Tanzid Hasan.
Shepherd hat-trick and twin fifties complete WI’s 3-0 sweep over BangladeshGuyana· 2025-11-01
Akeal Hosein also took three wickets, contributing significantly to the team's defense.
Tanzid's 61 in vain as West Indies seal T20I series winGuyana· 2025-10-30
Akeal Hosein took 3 wickets for 22 runs, contributing significantly to the team's victory.
Windies secure rare T20I series win despite shoddy effort | SportsJamaica· 2025-10-30Akeal Hosein was the only player to score more than 20 runs in the final ODI against Bangladesh.
Sammy blasts West Indies’ performance | SportsJamaica· 2025-10-26
Akeal Hosein was the top scorer for the West Indies with 27 runs in the ODI against Bangladesh.
WI batters fail again as Bangladesh claim ODI series | SportsJamaica· 2025-10-24
Akeal Hosein delivered an imperfect final over in extra time, defending ten runs.
Hope conquers Dhaka as West Indies prevail in Super OverGuyana· 2025-10-22
Akeal Hosein removed Soumya Sarkar in the Super Over and eventually defended the total.
West Indies beat Bangladesh in Super Over after spin-fest to level ODI series | SportsJamaica· 2025-10-21
Akeal Hosein has urged fans not to lose hope in the regional team following their shocking 2-1 loss to Nepal.
Hosein: West Indies will improve for 2026 T20 World Cup | SportsJamaica· 2025-10-02
Akeal Hosein led the bowling attack for the West Indies in their victory over Nepal.
West Indies lighten embarrassment with 10-wicket win over Nepal | SportsJamaica· 2025-10-01
Akeal Hosein took 2 for 21 and had reduced Nepal to 14 for 2.
Nepal send out shockwaves beating West Indies 2-0Guyana· 2025-09-30
Akeal Hosein is the West Indies skipper who bowled against Nepal.
Nepal stun West Indies to claim historic series victory | SportsJamaica· 2025-09-30
Akeal Hosein is the captain of the West Indies team and commented on the team's performance.
Nepal shocks West Indies with record 90-run win in T20 series triumph | SportsJamaica· 2025-09-29Akeal Hosein led the West Indies side and opted to field after winning the toss.
Nepal topple West Indies for their first-ever win against a Full MemberGuyana· 2025-09-28
Akeal Hosein bowled a ripper that led to Shai Hope's dismissal.
TKR silence Providence as Warriors fall short in CPL 2025 finalGuyana· 2025-09-22
Akeal Hosein took crucial wickets for the Trinbago Knight Riders in the final.
Trinbago Knight Riders capture CPL trophyGuyana· 2025-09-22
Akeal Hosein will captain a West Indies side featuring six potential debutants against Nepal.
Hosein to lead West Indies for Nepal T20 series | SportsJamaica· 2025-09-18
Akeal Hosein was clean bowled by Shamsi during the match.
Kings demolish Knight Riders - Stabroek NewsGuyana· 2025-09-04
