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Jordan Shannon
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Join Jordan Shannon & Kieran Powell from the Powett Elite Group accompanied by guests from across the cricketing and business world. We talk all things cricket and the business around the ever evolving game we love.

  1. 2d ago

    Is the CPL Producing the Next Generation of West Indies Stars? | CPL 2026 | PowettPlay Podcast

    The Caribbean Premier League 2026 is underway, and on this episode of the PowettPlay Podcast, hosts Jordan Shannon and West Indies international Kieran Powell take an early look at the tournament and what it could mean for the future of West Indies cricket. With several established Caribbean stars entering the latter stages of their careers, Jordan and Kieran discuss the importance of the CPL continuing to provide a genuine pathway for the next generation of West Indies cricketers. Which young players are ready to step forward, and is the tournament doing enough to prepare them for the demands of international cricket? The conversation focuses on some of the emerging talent already making an impression, including Vitel Lawes and Jewel Andrew, analysing their performances, potential and the opportunity the CPL provides for young Caribbean players to test themselves alongside experienced international professionals. The hosts also reflect on the significance of Jamaica's return to the Caribbean Premier League, the excitement it has brought back to Jamaican cricket supporters and why strong representation from across the Caribbean remains important to the identity and success of the competition. Away from the action on the field, Jordan and Kieran examine the wider challenges facing the CPL. From broadcasting rights and commercial growth to an increasingly crowded global franchise cricket calendar, the discussion explores how the league can continue to compete, attract audiences and remain financially sustainable. Ultimately, the CPL must be more than simply another T20 tournament. It has the opportunity to become one of the most important development platforms for West Indies cricket a proving ground where talented young players can gain experience, build reputations and demonstrate that they are ready to become the next generation of Caribbean stars. Can the Caribbean Premier League continue to develop elite West Indies talent while competing with the rapidly expanding world of franchise cricket? Join Jordan Shannon and Kieran Powell for the latest episode of the PowettPlay Podcast as they discuss CPL 2026, West Indies cricket, emerging Caribbean talent, Jamaica's CPL return, franchise cricket, player development and the future of cricket in the Caribbean. #CPL2026 #CaribbeanPremierLeague #WestIndiesCricket #CPL #Cricket #T20Cricket #CaribbeanCricket #JamaicaCricket #JamaicaKingsmen #JewelAndrew #VitelLawes #KieranPowell #PowettPlay #PowettPlayPodcast #WestIndies #CricketPodcast #FranchiseCricket #FutureOfWestIndiesCricket #YoungCricketers #CricketDevelopment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  2. Aug 5

    West Indies vs Pakistan 2nd Test: Spin, Patience & Missed Chances | PowettPlay Podcast

    In this episode of the PowettPlay Podcast, hosts Jordan Shannon and West Indies international Kieran Powell deliver an in-depth analysis of the 2nd Test between West Indies and Pakistan, examining the technical, tactical and selection issues that shaped the contest. Kieran provides a fascinating batting insight into the differences between Asian and Caribbean spin bowling, contrasting the sideways rotation commonly used by Pakistan’s spinners with the greater top spin, body alignment and release position of West Indies left-arm spinner Jomel Warrican. The discussion explores how these contrasting techniques affect bounce, drift, turn and the challenges facing batters at Test level. The hosts also reflect on the wider West Indies vs Pakistan Test series, highlighting how marginal mistakes, missed opportunities and the absence of match-defining centuries prevented the West Indies from establishing control. With the pitch offering limited assistance, Jordan and Kieran discuss why bowlers needed to remain disciplined, accurate and patient instead of relying solely on express pace to force wickets. Attention also turns to the management of key West Indies players, including Shai Hope and Alzarri Joseph, amid an increasingly congested international cricket schedule. The pair debate the importance of workload management, squad rotation and transparent communication when protecting important players across Test, ODI, T20I and franchise cricket commitments. Looking ahead, the episode assesses the development of the West Indies squad, the tactical adjustments still required and the preparation needed before the team’s upcoming tour of Bangladesh. From spin-bowling technique and batting conversion rates to player workloads and long-term squad planning, this episode offers a detailed examination of the challenges and opportunities facing West Indies cricket. Subscribe to the PowettPlay Podcast for expert West Indies cricket analysis, exclusive technical insight and honest discussion on Caribbean cricket, international cricket, player development and the future of the game. #WestIndiesCricket #WIVPAK #PakistanCricket #TestCricket #PowettPlayPodcast #KieranPowell #ShaiHope #AlzarriJoseph #JomelWarrican #CaribbeanCricket Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  3. Jul 29

    West Indies Find the Winning Formula Against Pakistan | PowettPlay Podscast

    West Indies cricket appears to be turning a corner and in this episode of the PowettPlay Podcast, hosts Jordan Shannon and West Indies international Kieran Powell break down an impressive victory over Pakistan and the growing belief surrounding the team. The discussion focuses on the newfound consistency within the West Indies batting lineup, with Shai Hope and Kavem Hodge earning praise for their disciplined, composed performances. By building meaningful partnerships and posting more competitive totals, the batters are giving the West Indies bowling attack greater protection and the freedom to apply sustained pressure. Jordan and Kieran also analyse the importance of Justin Greaves, whose versatility with both bat and ball continues to make him an essential part of the current Test side. His ability to contribute in different phases of the game has provided the team with valuable balance and helped strengthen the overall structure of the playing XI. The episode also addresses the controversy surrounding Alzarri Joseph’s absence. The hosts discuss player workload, selection transparency and why Cricket West Indies’ public relations strategy has created unnecessary confusion around one of the region’s leading fast bowlers. #WestIndiesCricket #WIVPAK #WestIndiesVsPakistan #TestCricket #CaribbeanCricket #ShaiHope #KavemHodge #JustinGreaves #AlzarriJoseph #CricketWestIndies #PowettPlayPodcast #CricketPodcast #WestIndiesTestCricket #PakistanCricket #CricketAnalysis #TestMatchCricket #WindiesCricket #CWI #SecondTest #CricketDiscussion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  4. Jul 23

    West Indies Test Squad Debate: Who Opens Against Pakistan? | PowettPlay Podcast

    In this episode of the PowettPlay Podcast, hosts Jordan Shannon and West Indies opening batter Kieran Powell review the West Indies cricket team’s recent performances and look ahead to the upcoming Test series against Pakistan. The discussion begins with a detailed assessment of the One Day International series against New Zealand. Jordan and Kieran highlight the encouraging strength and depth of the West Indies bowling attack, while examining the continued inconsistencies within the batting line-up and the areas that must improve ahead of future international fixtures. Attention then turns to the newly announced West Indies Test squad for the two-match series against Pakistan. The hosts debate the possible opening combinations, the competition for places at the top of the order and the important decision surrounding wicketkeeping duties. Jordan and Kieran consider how the pitch conditions could influence team selection, batting approaches and the balance of the bowling attack. The episode provides an honest and expert critique of the West Indies squad selection, while also exploring the long-term development of emerging Caribbean cricketers and the importance of creating a clear pathway for young talent to succeed at international level. #PowettPlayPodcast #WestIndiesCricket #WIvPAK #WestIndiesVsPakistan #TestCricket #CricketPodcast #ShaiHope #JadenSeales #KieranPowell #JordanShannon #WestIndiesTestSquad #CaribbeanCricket #CricketAnalysis #CricketNews #WindiesCricket #TestSquad #CricketDebate #NewZealandCricket #WIvNZ #InternationalCricket Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  5. Jul 20

    West Indies vs New Zealand 4th ODI Review | PowettPlay Podcast

    The PowettPlay Podcast begins on a sombre note as hosts Jordan Shannon and West Indies international Kieran Powell pay tribute to the legendary Sir Garfield Sobers following his passing. Jordan and Kieran reflect on the extraordinary life, career and lasting legacy of one of cricket’s greatest-ever all-rounders, whose influence extended far beyond Barbados and West Indies cricket. The conversation then turns to the West Indies’ disappointing performances during the 4th ODI against New Zealand. The hosts deliver an honest assessment of the batting unit, examining repeated collapses, a lack of aggression and the failure to adapt effectively to challenging conditions. They discuss whether the team’s cautious approach has placed too much pressure on individual batters and question the overall clarity of the West Indies’ ODI strategy. Despite the wider struggles, Jordan and Kieran highlight the valuable contributions of Gudakesh Motie and assess the performances of several players across the series. They also debate the tactical use of the bowling attack, including the timing of bowling changes, the management of key bowlers and whether the West Indies made the best use of the options available to them. The quality of the pitches also comes under scrutiny, with the hosts considering whether the surfaces have encouraged competitive ODI cricket or made positive, attacking batting unnecessarily difficult. Attention then shifts towards the crucial ICC Cricket World Cup qualification pathway and the upcoming qualifiers in Zimbabwe. With the qualification process becoming increasingly difficult, Jordan and Kieran discuss the pressure facing the West Indies, the importance of finding a settled combination and why the team cannot afford to enter another major qualifying tournament without a clear and consistent plan. Subscribe to the PowettPlay Podcast for more West Indies cricket news, match reviews, tactical analysis, player interviews and exclusive Caribbean cricket discussion. #WestIndiesCricket #Windies #Cricket #CricketPodcast #PowettPlay #SirGarfieldSobers #GarfieldSobers #WestIndiesvsNewZealand #WIvNZ #ODICricket #CricketAnalysis #CaribbeanCricket #ShaiHope #GudakeshMotie #PakistanCricket #CricketWorldCup #WorldCupQualifiers #Zimbabwe #ICC #CricketNews Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  6. Jul 17

    The Guyana Pitch Wasn’t Good Enough! West Indies vs New Zealand 3rd ODI Review | PowettPlay Podcast

    The PowettPlay Podcast returns as hosts Jordan Shannon and West Indies international Kieran Powell break down another dramatic chapter in the West Indies vs New Zealand ODI series, analysing the key talking points following the matches in Guyana and looking ahead to the decisive challenges awaiting in Barbados. A major focus of this episode is the controversial pitch conditions in Guyana, with Jordan and Kieran discussing whether the surfaces resembled "dust bowls" that excessively favoured spin bowling and made positive, attacking cricket almost impossible. The pair debate whether the wickets produced a fair contest between bat and ball and what these conditions mean for the development of Caribbean cricket. The conversation also examines the West Indies batting collapse, highlighting the technical issues that contributed to another disappointing performance. Jordan and Kieran assess the struggles against quality spin bowling, the lack of adaptability shown by the batting unit, and how New Zealand's disciplined bowling attack capitalised on every opportunity to take control of the series. Looking ahead to the upcoming ODI in Barbados, the hosts discuss potential West Indies team selection, debating whether changes should be made to the playing XI. They explore the value of introducing greater experience into the pace attack, the importance of balancing youth with proven performers, and how the team can respond after falling behind in the series. The episode also shines a spotlight on the emergence of teenage spinner Vitel Lawes, whose performances continue to excite Caribbean cricket fans. While praising his composure, talent and match-winning potential, Jordan and Kieran stress the importance of carefully managing his development, ensuring that one of the region's brightest young prospects is given the time and support needed to flourish at international level. If you're passionate about West Indies cricket, ODI cricket, New Zealand cricket, player development, team selection, pitch conditions and in-depth cricket analysis, this episode delivers expert insight, honest opinion and thoughtful discussion from two voices deeply invested in the future of Caribbean cricket. Subscribe to the PowettPlay Podcast on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts for weekly West Indies cricket analysis, exclusive interviews with players and coaches, match reviews, previews and everything happening across international and Caribbean cricket. #WestIndiesCricket #WestIndies #NewZealandCricket #WIvNZ #Cricket #ODICricket #CricketPodcast #CaribbeanCricket #CricketAnalysis #CricketNews #ShaiHope #VitelLawes #KieranPowell #JordanShannon #PowettPlay Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  7. Jul 14

    West Indies Batting Collapse | Can the Windies Bounce Back vs New Zealand? | PowettPlay Podcast

    Jordan Shannon and West Indies international Kieran Powell break down the West Indies' disappointing defeat to New Zealand in the 2nd One-Day International in Guyana, analysing where the match slipped away and what must change ahead of the remainder of the ODI series. The discussion centres on the West Indies batting collapse, with Jordan and Kieran examining why the batting unit struggled to adapt to a slow, low-bouncing surface that increasingly favoured spin bowling. They explore the importance of game awareness, shot selection, strike rotation and reading conditions, questioning whether the team showed the tactical discipline needed to succeed on a challenging wicket. Attention also turns to possible squad changes before the series heads to Barbados. The hosts debate whether Shimron Hetmyer should return to the starting XI, how his aggressive middle-order presence could reshape the batting line-up, and the significant balance lost through the absence of injured all-rounders, particularly Roston Chase. They assess how those missing players influence both team composition and tactical flexibility. Looking ahead to the remaining matches, Jordan and Kieran discuss the influence of external factors including the toss, evening dew and changing pitch conditions, explaining how these variables could prove decisive in determining the outcome of the series. They also identify the tactical adjustments West Indies must make if they are to respond positively against a strong New Zealand side. Despite a frustrating performance, the hosts remain optimistic that the West Indies have the quality to secure the ODI series, provided they learn quickly from their mistakes and adapt their approach before the action moves to Barbados. If you enjoy in-depth West Indies cricket analysis, ODI match reviews, New Zealand vs West Indies coverage, tactical cricket discussion and exclusive insight from former international cricketer Kieran Powell, make sure to like, subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss a new episode of the PowettPlay Podcast. #WestIndies #NewZealand #WIvNZ #Cricket #ODI #WestIndiesCricket #CricketPodcast #PowettPlay #KieranPowell #JordanShannon #ShimronHetmyer #RostonChase #Guyana #Barbados #CricketAnalysis Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  8. Jul 12

    A Winning Start! West Indies Defeat New Zealand | PowettPlay Podcast

    Jordan Shannon and West Indies international Kieran Powell return on the PowettPlay Podcast to analyse the West Indies’ impressive victory over New Zealand in the first One Day International. The hosts praise a disciplined West Indies bowling performance that restricted a strong New Zealand batting line-up, with particular focus on the successful debut of exciting young left-arm wrist-spinner Vitel Lawes. They also highlight Alzarri Joseph’s execution at the death and the importance of the bowling unit maintaining pressure throughout the innings. Shai Hope’s outstanding leadership and remarkable consistency are central to the discussion. Jordan and Kieran examine how the West Indies captain continues to set the standard through his performances, decision-making and professionalism, establishing himself as a world-class, multi-format role model for the players around him. The episode also celebrates Keacy Carty’s match-winning contribution and considers the tactical changes made to the West Indies batting order. Did the adjustments provide greater balance, and could they become a long-term solution as the series progresses? With raw talent beginning to combine effectively with experienced leadership, the hosts discuss whether this victory represents another important step towards a more consistent and competitive West Indies ODI team. Subscribe to the PowettPlay Podcast for the latest West Indies cricket news, match analysis, tactical discussion, player interviews and expert insight from across Caribbean cricket. #PowettPlay #WestIndiesCricket #WIvNZ #WestIndies #NewZealandCricket #ODICricket #ShaiHope #KeacyCarty #AlzarriJoseph #VitelLawes #CaribbeanCricket #CricketPodcast #CricketAnalysis #OneDayInternational #WindiesCricket #CricketNews #CricketFans #CWI #MenInMaroon #WestIndiesVictory Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Join Jordan Shannon & Kieran Powell from the Powett Elite Group accompanied by guests from across the cricketing and business world. We talk all things cricket and the business around the ever evolving game we love.

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  • Creator
    Jordan Shannon
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    204
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Jordan Shannon
  • Show Website
    PowettPlay Podcast

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