The Cricket West Indies (CWI) has confirmed their squad for the upcoming dwelling Take a look at sequence in opposition to Bangladesh, which is able to start on November 22 at Sir Vivian Richards Stadium in North Sound, Antigua. This sequence might be a vital a part of the workforce’s preparation forward of future worldwide fixtures.
Jason Holder misses out as a result of rehabilitation
One of many notable absences within the squad is that of all-rounder Jason Holder, who will miss the two-match dwelling Take a look at sequence to proceed his rehabilitation for a shoulder harm. Holder’s absence will go away a big hole in each the batting and bowling departments, as he’s recognized for his all-round contributions.
Harm returns for Kevin Sinclair and Anderson Phillip
Offspinner Kevin Sinclair makes his return to the squad after recovering from an harm that stored him out of the West Indies’ final Take a look at sequence in opposition to South Africa in August. Sinclair’s return provides depth to the bowling assault, which might be important in difficult the Bangladesh batsmen.
Proper-arm quick bowler Anderson Phillip additionally re-enters the Take a look at fold after a prolonged absence, having final performed a Take a look at match in December 2022 throughout West Indies’ tour of Australia. Phillip has impressed in home cricket, together with a stable stint with Lancashire, the place he took 9 wickets in a match in opposition to Worcestershire.
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Alzarri Joseph additionally makes a comeback
Quick bowler Alzarri Joseph, who was rested for the South Africa sequence as a result of a heavy workload, additionally makes his return to the squad. Joseph, who’s at present taking part in within the T20I sequence in opposition to England, has been a key participant for the West Indies, and his inclusion bolsters the tempo assault.
West Indies squad for the Take a look at sequence in opposition to Bangladesh
Kraigg Brathwaite (captain), Joshua Da Silva (vice-captain), Alick Athanaze, Keacy Carty, Justin Greaves, Kavem Hodge, Tevin Imlach, Alzarri Joseph, Shamar Joseph, Mikyle Louis, Anderson Phillip, Kemar Roach, Jayden Seales, Kevin Sinclair, Jomel Warrican
With key gamers like Holder lacking the sequence, the West Indies will depend on a mixture of expertise and contemporary faces to tackle Bangladesh. The workforce is ready to start their preparations for the November 22 sequence opener, as they purpose to construct momentum at dwelling earlier than the upcoming worldwide challenges.
