Cricket West Indies (CWI) President Dr. Kishore Shallow has described the appointment of West Indies legend Dr. The Most Honourable Desmond Haynes to the ICC Men’s Cricket Committee as a landmark achievement for Caribbean cricket and a continuation of the region’s respected influence in the global game.
As first reported by SportsMax.TV, Haynes has been named to the prestigious committee, taking over from former West Indies all-rounder and administrator Roger Harper, whose three-year tenure recently came to an end.
The move ensures that West Indies continues to maintain a strong voice in international cricket governance.
“The appointment of Dr. Desmond Haynes to the ICC Men’s Cricket Committee is a significant moment for West Indies cricket,” said Shallow. “Not only does he bring his legendary status as one of our greatest opening batsmen but also his sharp cricket mind and deep understanding of the modern game. His proven track record in cricket administration and previous role as Lead Selector gives him unique insights into both the technical and governance aspects of cricket. Therefore, we had no reservation in proudly recommending him to this committee.”
Haynes, a former West Indies captain, played 116 Test matches and 238 ODIs between 1978 and 1994. He scored 7,487 Test runs, including 18 centuries, and amassed 8,648 ODI runs, including 17 centuries.
He was a key member of the West Indies side that won the 1979 Cricket World Cup and formed a legendary opening partnership with fellow Barbadian Sir Gordon Greenidge.
His contributions to the sport were formally recognized in 2021 with his induction into the ICC Hall of Fame.
The ICC Men’s Cricket Committee plays a pivotal role in the global game, advising on playing conditions, the implementation of technology, umpiring standards, and illegal bowling actions.
The committee includes current and former players, match officials, coaches, board representatives, and media, and is chaired by a former international cricketer with at least 30 Test appearances or captaincy credentials.
Members serve three-year terms and can be reappointed for up to three consecutive terms.
Dr. Shallow also extended gratitude to Haynes’ predecessor, Roger Harper, for his service.
“On behalf of CWI, I must also express our sincere gratitude to Roger Harper, who has served with distinction over the past three years. Roger’s contributions have helped shape important decisions in the global game and he has represented West Indies cricket admirably at the ICC level.”
Haynes’ most recent administrative role was as Lead Selector for the West Indies men’s teams, a position he held from January 2022 until June 2024.
His inclusion on the ICC committee represents not just a personal milestone but an ongoing testament to the Caribbean’s enduring legacy and respected voice in world cricket.