West Indies | Bowling Allrounder
| Full Name Romario Shepherd | Born November 26, 1994, Guyana | Age 30y 155d |
| Batting Style Right hand Bat | Bowling Style Right arm Fast medium | Playing Role Bowling Allrounder |
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Romario Shepherd’s Career Breakdown
Early Career & Rise to Prominence
Romario Shepherd’s cricketing journey began in 2016 with his List A debut for Guyana Jaguars against Leeward Islands at Basseterre 5. Despite initially being seen as a raw fast bowler , his aggressive lower-order batting quickly became his standout trait. By March 2017 , he made his first-class debut in the West Indies’ regional four-day competition 4, showcasing his dual-threat potential. His T20 debut came in the CPL 2018 for Guyana Amazon Warriors 4, where he blended seam bowling with explosive finishing, setting the stage for his transformation into a T20 specialist 9.
Domestic Cricket: Foundation of Versatility
Shepherd’s domestic career laid the groundwork for his global success:
- List A & First-Class : While his early years (2016–2017) focused on refining his bowling, his ability to smash quick runs in the lower order became evident. His 2021 CPL season was a breakthrough, where he scored 109 runs at a strike rate of 165 and took 18 wickets at an economy of 7.69, proving his all-round value .
- CPL Dominance : By 2021, Shepherd had become a finisher for Guyana Amazon Warriors, excelling in high-pressure chases. His aggressive strokeplay (e.g., 44* off 28 balls vs. England in 2022 and disciplined seam bowling made him a domestic star .
International Career: Breaking Through
Shepherd’s international career began in late 2019 with an ODI debut, followed by a T20I debut in January 2020 [[user text]]. However, his breakthrough came in January 2022 with a blistering 44 off 28 balls * against England, cementing his role as a finisher in West Indies’ limited-overs setup [[user text]]. While his bowling remained economical (7.8 RPO in T20Is), his batting strike rate of 150+ in 2023 highlighted his evolution into a power-hitter .
Global T20/T10 Leagues: The Finisher’s Playground
Shepherd’s adaptability across leagues has been key to his global recognition:
- CPL (Caribbean Premier League) : His 2021 CPL campaign (18 wickets, 109 runs at 165 SR) and 2023 CPL performances (113 runs at 235 SR) showcased his ability to thrive in franchise cricket .
- SA20, BPL, MLC : Leagues like the SA20 (South Africa) and BPL (Bangladesh) further honed his skills against diverse conditions. In the MLC (Major League Cricket, USA), his power-hitting and death-overs bowling made him a sought-after asset .
- 2024 IPL Heroics : Shepherd’s 32-run over off Anrich Nortje (4 sixes, 2 fours) for Mumbai Indians (MI) in IPL 2024 became a viral moment, underlining his explosive batting .
IPL Journey: Evolution from SRH to MI
Shepherd’s IPL career reflects his growing reputation:
- Sunrisers Hyderabad (2022) : Bought at the 2022 mega auction , he contributed with both bat and ball, though his strike rate (150+) and economy (8.5 RPO) were inconsistent .
- Lucknow Super Giants (2023) : Shifted to LSG, he found more batting opportunities, scoring 113 runs at 235 SR in 2023 .
- Mumbai Indians (2024) : His move to MI proved pivotal, with the Nortje over (32 runs) becoming a highlight. Shepherd’s ability to anchor finishes and bowl tight spells in the death overs made him MI’s X-factor .
- 2025 IPL He joined RCB Squad.
Legacy & Future Prospects
Romario Shepherd’s career trajectory—from domestic debutant to global T20 star —is a testament to his adaptability. While his bowling remains a secondary skill , his finishing prowess and power-hitting have redefined his role in modern cricket. With leagues like the ILT20 and SA20 expanding, Shepherd’s value as a finisher and death-overs bowler will only grow, potentially earning him a long-term spot in West Indies’ white-ball teamsRomario Shepherd Career Stats
Bowling
| Format | Mat | Inns | Balls | Runs | Wkts | BBI | BBM | Ave | Econ | SR | 4w | 5w | 10w |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ODIs | 37 | 35 | 1422 | 1329 | 33 | 3/37 | 3/37 | 40.27 | 5.60 | 43.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| T20Is | 53 | 49 | 944 | 1542 | 56 | 4/31 | 4/31 | 27.53 | 9.80 | 16.8 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| FC | 25 | 48 | 3528 | 1822 | 74 | 5/24 | 8/76 | 24.62 | 3.09 | 47.6 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| List A | 78 | 75 | 3157 | 2930 | 89 | 4/19 | 4/19 | 32.92 | 5.56 | 35.4 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| T20s | 167 | 149 | 2659 | 4021 | 159 | 4/13 | 4/13 | 25.28 | 9.07 | 16.7 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Batting & Fielding
| Format | Mat | Inns | NO | Runs | HS | Ave | BF | SR | 100s | 50s | 4s | 6s | Ct | St |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ODIs | 37 | 26 | 3 | 402 | 50 | 17.47 | 391 | 102.81 | 0 | 1 | 39 | 13 | 5 | 0 |
| T20Is | 53 | 34 | 14 | 537 | 44* | 26.85 | 386 | 139.11 | 0 | 0 | 25 | 39 | 8 | 0 |
| FC | 25 | 35 | 5 | 793 | 133 | 26.43 | 1357 | 58.43 | 1 | 4 | 81 | 22 | 13 | 0 |
| List A | 78 | 60 | 15 | 946 | 74* | 21.02 | 1001 | 94.50 | 0 | 4 | 85 | 26 | 15 | 0 |
| T20s | 167 | 117 | 45 | 1656 | 72* | 23.00 | 1115 | 148.52 | 0 | 3 | 101 | 119 | 35 | 0 |
Romario Shepherd T20 Stats
Bowling
| Tournament | Teams | Mat | Inns | Balls | Runs | Wkts | BBI | BBM | Ave | Econ | SR | 4w | 5w | 10w |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IPL | 4 teams | 13 | 10 | 144 | 290 | 5 | 2/42 | 2/42 | 58.00 | 12.08 | 28.8 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| ILT20 | MIE | 10 | 6 | 60 | 95 | 3 | 2/14 | 2/14 | 31.66 | 9.50 | 20.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| CPL | GAW | 63 | 58 | 1035 | 1435 | 72 | 4/13 | 4/13 | 19.93 | 8.31 | 14.3 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Major League Cricket | MI NY | 4 | 4 | 90 | 118 | 3 | 1/30 | 1/30 | 39.33 | 7.86 | 30.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| BPL | CC | 4 | 4 | 90 | 101 | 5 | 3/27 | 3/27 | 20.20 | 6.73 | 18.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| SA20 | JSK | 17 | 16 | 254 | 399 | 13 | 3/39 | 3/39 | 30.69 | 9.42 | 19.5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Batting & Fielding
| Tournament | Teams | Mat | Inns | NO | Runs | HS | Ave | BF | SR | 100s | 50s | 4s | 6s | Ct | St |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IPL | 4 teams | 13 | 9 | 4 | 115 | 39* | 23.00 | 63 | 182.53 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 10 | 1 | 0 |
| ILT20 | MIE | 10 | 8 | 4 | 110 | 38* | 27.50 | 64 | 171.87 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 7 | 0 | 0 |
| CPL | GAW | 63 | 43 | 17 | 583 | 72* | 22.42 | 362 | 161.04 | 0 | 2 | 42 | 39 | 18 | 0 |
| Major League Cricket | MI NY | 4 | 4 | 1 | 40 | 25 | 13.33 | 33 | 121.21 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| BPL | CC | 4 | 4 | 1 | 90 | 66* | 30.00 | 59 | 152.54 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 6 | 1 | 0 |
| SA20 | JSK | 17 | 12 | 3 | 151 | 40 | 16.77 | 114 | 132.45 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 13 | 6 | 0 |
Debut/Last Matches of Romario Shepherd
ODI Matches
Debut
Afghanistan vs West Indies at Lucknow – November 06, 2019
Last
West Indies vs Bangladesh at Basseterre – December 12, 2024
T20I Matches
Debut
West Indies vs Ireland at Basseterre – January 18, 2020
Last
West Indies vs Bangladesh at Kingstown – December 19, 2024
FC Matches
Debut
Jamaica vs Guyana at Kingston – March 10 – 13, 2017
Last
NZ A vs W. Indies A at Nelson – December 11 – 14, 2020
List A Matches
Debut
Leeward Is vs Guyana at Basseterre – January 15, 2016
Last
West Indies vs Bangladesh at Basseterre – December 12, 2024
T20 Matches
Debut
Trinbago vs Amazon at Port of Spain – September 05, 2018
Last
DC vs RCB at Delhi – April 27, 2025
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