‘A moment of tremendous pride’- DCC congratulates Rutherford on West Indies Vice-captaincy

Press Release from the Demerara Cricket Club

The Demerara Cricket Club (DCC) proudly congratulates Sherfane Rutherford on his recent appointment as Vice-Captain of the West Indies T20 International team.

This achievement is not only a personal milestone for Sherfane, but a moment of tremendous pride for the entire DCC fraternity and the wider Guyanese cricketing landscape.

Sherfane’s journey has been defined by resilience, hard work and an unshakable drive for excellence.

From his formative years training on the Queenstown pitch to competing on the global stage, he has consistently demonstrated a high level of commitment, maturity, and professionalism.

His elevation to a leadership role is a clear endorsement of the calibre of athlete and individual he has become.

READ MORE: Guyanese all-rounder Sherfane Rutherford has been appointed Vice-captain of the West Indies T20 team for the upcoming three-match series against Ireland.

As a homegrown talent nurtured through the DCC system, Sherfane reflects the core values our club stands for: integrity, discipline and ambition.

His growth serves as an inspiration to younger players who now see in him a living example of what is possible through focus and perseverance.

We take great pride in the role our club has played in shaping not only his cricketing skill but also his character and leadership potential.

We also commend Cricket West Indies on recognising his leadership qualities and entrusting him with this responsibility at such a crucial juncture.

We are confident that Sherfane will work closely and effectively with the newly appointed T20 Captain, Shai Hope, to bring renewed focus and energy to the team.

To Sherfane, we say: well done.

Lead with wisdom, play with heart, and continue to represent both club and country with distinction.

Your DCC family stands with you, always.