Jayden Nigel Tristen Seales, born on 10 September 2001, is a Trinidadian professional cricketer who bowls right‑arm fast‑medium. He plays for the West Indies senior side and for Trinidad and Tobago in domestic competitions.
Seales made his Twenty20 debut for the Trinbago Knight Riders in the Caribbean Premier League in August 2020, followed by his first‑class debut for West Indies A in December 2020 and his List A debut for Trinidad and Tobago in February 2021. He has since featured in Test, ODI and various franchise leagues.
Jayden Seales: quick facts
- Born: 10 September 2001
- Team: West Indies
Jayden Seales’ domestic career
Seales entered professional cricket with a Twenty20 debut for the Trinbago Knight Riders on 18 August 2020 in the Caribbean Premier League, claiming a wicket on debut. He progressed to first‑class cricket a few months later, appearing for West Indies A against New Zealand A on 11 December 2020. His List A debut came on 17 February 2021 for Trinidad and Tobago in the Super50 Cup. By mid‑2021 he had featured in ten professional matches, including a solitary first‑class fixture, before being earmarked for higher honours.
Jayden Seales’ international career
Seales made his Test debut for the West Indies against South Africa on 6 June 2021, taking three wickets, including one in his first over. In August 2021 he claimed 5/55 against Pakistan, becoming the youngest West Indian to take a Test five‑for, breaking Alf Valentine’s 1950 record. He debuted in ODIs on 4 June 2022 versus the Netherlands. From December 2025 to October 2026 he featured in three ODIs, taking four wickets (best 3/62), and eight Tests, scoring 33 runs in 11 innings (high 15) and claiming 22 wickets (best 5/20).
Jayden Seales’ franchise and league career
Seales began his franchise career with the Trinbago Knight Riders, debuting in the Caribbean Premier League on 18 August 2020 and taking a wicket. He was drafted by the Jaffna Kings for the 2021 Lanka Premier League. As of June 2026 he is signed with the Antigua and Barbuda Falcons for the Caribbean Premier League, adding another CPL franchise to his résumé.
Jayden Seales’ playing style
Seales bowls right‑arm fast‑medium, delivering pace that has enabled him to claim wickets early in his outings. In his Test debut he dismissed a batsman in his first over, and his five‑wicket haul of 5/55 demonstrated his ability to generate movement and sustain pressure. His pace and accuracy have made him a regular strike bowler for West Indies across formats.
Jayden Seales’ records and achievements
Seales became the youngest West Indian to take a Test five‑wicket haul when he recorded 5/55 against Pakistan in August 2021, overtaking Alf Valentine’s 1950 milestone. During the second Test against Sri Lanka he recorded the second fastest West Indian achievement of 100 career Test wickets in terms of balls bowled. His early impact includes a wicket in his first Test over and a steady accumulation of wickets in both Test and ODI formats.
Jayden Seales in internationals, last 12 months
- ODI: 3 matches, 4 wickets (best 3/62)
- Test: 8 matches, 33 runs in 11 innings (highest 15), 22 wickets (best 5/20)
Jayden Seales: frequently asked questions
When was Jayden Seales born?
Jayden Seales was born on 10 September 2001.
Which teams has Jayden Seales played for?
Jayden Seales plays international cricket for West Indies.
What are Jayden Seales’s international stats in the last 12 months?
From December 2025 to October 2026, Jayden Seales played ODI: 3 matches, 4 wickets (best 3/62); Test: 8 matches, 33 runs in 11 innings (highest 15), 22 wickets (best 5/20).
