Xavier Melbourne Marshall (born 27 March 1986) is a Jamaican-American cricketer who has played international cricket for both the West Indies and the United States. A right-handed batsman, he represented the West Indies during the 2000s before later qualifying for and joining the United States national cricket team in January 2019.
Key facts
| Full name | Xavier Melbourne Marshall |
|---|---|
| Date of birth | 27 March 1986 |
| Nationality | Jamaican-American |
| Role | Batsman |
| International teams | West Indies; United States (from January 2019) |
Background
Marshall is of Jamaican origin and later took up cricket in the United States, where he became eligible to represent the country at international level. His career has spanned both the Caribbean and North American cricket structures.
Career
West Indies
Marshall played for the West Indies cricket team as a batsman. He was part of the senior international set-up during his time with the side.
United States
Since January 2019, Marshall has represented the United States national cricket team, continuing his international career with the USA following his earlier stint with the West Indies.
Significance
Marshall is among the cricketers who have represented two different international sides during their career, reflecting the growing pathway for Caribbean-born players in United States cricket.
Related topics
- West Indies cricket team
- United States national cricket team
- Cricket in Jamaica
- Cricket in the United States
References
- Xavier Marshall — English Wikipedia
- Wikidata item: Q8043274