Joshua Bishop is a 24‑year‑old Barbadian slow left‑arm orthodox bowler who has represented the West Indies U‑19s, Barbados Pride, and Barbados Tridents in the Caribbean Premier League (CPL). He is regarded as one of the promising young spinners in Caribbean cricket.
Personal & Background
- Full Name: Joshua Bishop
- Born: 30 May 2000, Barbados
- Batting Style: Left‑handed
- Bowling Style: Slow left‑arm orthodox
- Role: Bowler
- Domestic Teams: Barbados Pride, West Indies U‑19s
- Franchise Teams: Barbados Tridents (CPL), St Kitts & Nevis Patriots (CPL)
Career Highlights
- U‑19 World Cup 2018: Represented West Indies U‑19s, noted for his spin control.
- Regional Super50: Took multiple wickets for Barbados Pride, establishing himself as a reliable spinner.
- CPL Contributions: Played for Barbados Tridents and later St Kitts & Nevis Patriots, known for economical spells.
- Recognition: Selected for West Indies A tours, seen as a future candidate for senior team spin duties.
Joshua Bishop Statistics
| Format | Matches | Wickets | Best Bowling | Bowl Avg | Econ | Bat Runs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| First‑Class | 10+ | 25+ | 5/69 | ~30.0 | 2.80 | 150+ |
| List A | 20+ | 35+ | 4/35 | ~28.0 | 4.50 | 200+ |
| T20s (overall) | 25+ | 20+ | 3/19 | ~27.0 | 7.20 | 100+ |
Style & Strengths
- Bowling: Classical left‑arm orthodox, flight and turn, effective in middle overs.
- Batting: Lower‑order left‑hander, occasional handy runs.
- Temperament: Calm, disciplined, thrives in limited‑overs formats.
- Utility: Specialist spinner, adds balance to CPL squads and Barbados Pride.
Conclusion
Joshua Bishop’s career reflects the Caribbean’s ongoing search for quality spinners. His U‑19 World Cup exposure, domestic consistency, and CPL stints underline his potential to become a regular in West Indies squads.
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