Zachary Carter is a 19‑year‑old Barbadian left‑handed opening batter and slow left‑arm orthodox bowler. He starred for West Indies U‑19s in the 2026 ICC U‑19 World Cup with a century against South Africa and now plays franchise cricket for Desert Vipers (Global Super League) and Barbados Tridents (CPL).
Personal & Background
- Full Name: Zachary Nathan Carter
- Born: 19 December 2006, Barbados
- Batting Style: Left‑handed
- Bowling Style: Slow left‑arm orthodox
- Role: Top‑order batter
- Domestic Teams: Barbados U‑17, U‑19, senior squad
- Franchise Teams: Desert Vipers (Global Super League 2026), Barbados Tridents (CPL 2026)
Career Highlights
- Youth Cricket: Represented Barbados U‑17 and U‑19, standout in regional tournaments.
- West Indies U‑19:
- Scored 87 vs England U‑19s in 2025.
- Hit 114 vs South Africa in the 2026 U‑19 World Cup.
- Added 64 vs Australia in the same tournament.
- Franchise Debut: Joined Desert Vipers in the 2026 Global Super League, scoring 55 off 29 balls vs San Francisco Unicorns.
- CPL 2026: Signed by Barbados Tridents ahead of the season.
Zachary Carter Statistics
| Format | Matches | Runs | Bat Avg | 100s/50s | Top Score | Wickets | Best Bowling |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T20s | 4 | 81 | 20.25 | 0/1 | 55 | 1 | 1/9 |
| U‑19 ODIs | 18 | 445 | 24.72 | 1/2 | 114 | – | – |
Style & Strengths
- Batting: Aggressive left‑hander, strong in powerplays, capable of big innings.
- Bowling: Useful left‑arm spin option, adds balance.
- Temperament: Confident, fearless, thrives in youth and franchise cricket.
- Utility: Emerging top‑order batter for West Indies pipeline.
Conclusion
Zachary Carter’s rise from Barbados youth cricket to U‑19 World Cup hero and franchise leagues marks him as one of the Caribbean’s brightest young prospects. His century against South Africa and franchise performances underline his potential to become a future West Indies senior team opener.
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