Kolkata : West Indies announced ODI squad for 3 Match ODI Series against England starting from October 31. Prolific left hand Batter Shimron Hetmyer has made into the squad after 1 year.
Captained by Shai Hope, the team comprises youngest Batter Jewel Andrew, Keacy Carty, Hetmyer, power hitter Evin Lewis, Brandon King, Shrefane Rutherford.
All rounders like Romario Shepherd, Roston Chase form important part of both bowling and middle order Batting.
Pacers with likes of Shamar Joseph, Alzarri Joseph, Matthew Forde, Shepherd, Jayden Seales, along with strong spin department comprising left arm spinner Gudakesh Motie, leg spinner Hayden Walsh Jr, off spinner Chase, will be a threat to English bowling line up.
West Indies Men’s Head Coach Daren Sammy expressed his excitement about returning to action against England.
“Playing against England always provides a new challenge and reignites a rivalry that the players and the people of the Caribbean are eager for. Somehow, we West Indies always find a way to raise our game when we face England,” he said.
“This rivalry goes back for decades, and after defeating them last year at home for the first time in a long time in an ODI series, we’re ready to face the challenge of a strong England squad again. It’s always special to play at home, where the local support brings energy and passion to every match. With our sights set on qualifying for the ICC Men’s World Cup in 2027, we’ve selected a balanced squad that will no doubt push and compete with one of the best teams in the world,” Sammy added.
West Indies Squad : Shai Hope (Captain), Jewel Andrew, Keacy Carty, Roston Chase, Matthew Forde, Shimron Hetmyer, Alzarri Joseph, Shamar Joseph, Brandon King, Evin Lewis, Gudakesh Motie, Sherfane Rutherford, Jayden Seales, Romario Shepherd, Hayden Walsh Jr.
