Cricket West Indies (CWI), on Monday, introduced their males’s squad for the upcoming house ODI series against India. The three-match ODI leg will begin from July 22 at Queen’s Park Oval in Trinidad.
Star all-rounder Jason Holder has returned to the ODI outfit. Notably, Holder was given relaxation for the recently-concluded ODI leg against Bangladesh, which West Indies misplaced 3-0.
Another all-rounder Romario Shepherd and quick bowler, Anderson Phillip, have been dropped for the India series following their dreadful present against Bangladesh. Both Shepherd and Phillip went wicketless within the series.
“As we all know, Jason is one of the leading all-round cricketers in the world, and we’re happy to have him back in the team. He will be refreshed, re-energized, and ready to go, and we can expect to see his brilliance on the field as well as meaningful contributions off the field as well,” mentioned West Indies chief selector Desmond Haynes in a press release.
“We had a very challenging three matches against Bangladesh in Guyana, so we will be looking to rebound when we face India in the conditions in Trinidad. We have seen some growth among some players, but overall we need to regroup and play better against the Indians,” he added.
West Indies ODI squad for India series:
Nicholas Pooran (capt), Shai Hope (vice-capt), Shamarh Brooks, Keacy Carty, Jason Holder, Akeal Hosein, Alzarri Joseph, Brandon King, Kyle Mayers, Gudakesh Motie, Keemo Paul, Rovman Powell, Jayden Seales.