Zishan Motara

Zishan Motara, born on July 14, 2006, in Barbados, is a promising young all-rounder in West Indies cricket known for his right-handed batting and leg-spin bowling. Making his first-class debut at the age of 17 in the 2023–24 West Indies Championship, Motara quickly showcased his talent with notable performances both with the bat and ball. In his initial season, he impressed with a highest score of 56 and a maiden first-class half-century, along with taking 15 wickets at an average of around 36. His leg-spin bowling features effective variations and the capability to take crucial wickets, highlighted by a best bowling figure of 7 for 108 in an innings. Motara has been a member of teams including West Indies Academy, Barbados Pelicans, and Combined Campuses and Colleges, playing key roles in domestic competitions and emerging as a promising all-round talent for the future.

Despite his young age, Motara’s ability to balance his responsibilities as a lower-order batsman and a leg-spinner sets him apart in Caribbean cricket's development ranks. His career trajectory is marked by steady progress each season, gaining experience and exposure in various formats, including limited-overs cricket. Known for his composure and skill under pressure, Zishan Motara represents one of the exciting prospects in West Indies cricket’s new generation, poised to make significant contributions as he gains more opportunities at higher levels of the game. His continued development is closely watched by selectors and fans as he embodies the potential to become a regular feature in West Indies cricket in the coming years.