Gudakesh Motie

Gudakesh Motie is a premier slow left-arm orthodox bowler who has established himself as the primary spin threat for the West Indies across all formats. Born on March 29, 1995, in Georgetown, Guyana, he first made waves in domestic cricket by taking 11 wickets in just his second first-class match for Guyana. After years of consistent performances, including being the leading wicket-taker in the 2021 Super50 Cup, he made his international debut in late 2021. Motie is highly regarded for his exceptional control, subtle variations, and ability to extract bounce, which famously led him to a record-breaking 13-wicket haul in a Test match against Zimbabwe in 2023—the best-ever figures by a West Indian spinner in a two-match series.

As of late January 2026, Motie’s stock continues to rise as he spearheads the spin department for the national side. He was recently named in the West Indies' 15-man squad for the 2026 ICC T20 World Cup, following a productive development stint in South Africa where he featured in the SA20. His recent international form remains impressive, characterized by a clinical performance in the January 2026 T20I series against Afghanistan, where his economical spells were crucial in the Caribbean side's tactical plans. A mainstay for the Guyana Amazon Warriors in the CPL and a sought-after talent in global leagues like the ILT20 and SA20, Motie enters the 2026 World Cup as one of the top-ranked white-ball bowlers, poised to play a decisive role on the spin-friendly tracks of India and Sri Lanka.