West Indies unveils 15 player squad for T20 and ODI series against Sri Lanka
West Indies team have climbed the rankings following their massive win against South Africa in T20 earlier this year by 3-0, positioning themselves as the toughest contenders on the international platform.
5th of October 2024
Cricket West Indies has announced the 15-player squad competing for the Senior Men’s T20 International (T20I) and One Day International (ODI) series against Sri Lanka. These series have been scheduled to take place from 10th to 27th October, 2024.
The West Indies team have climbed the rankings following their massive win against South Africa in T20 earlier this year by 3-0, positioning themselves as the toughest contenders on the international platform.
The Head Coach, Darren Sammy asserted that this tour against Sri Lanka is a great opportunity for them to evaluate the potential of the players and assess their strengths and weaknesses.
He further added that it would be interesting to see, how young players cop up in challenging times in the absence of senior players like Nicholas Pooran, Andre Russell, Akeal Hosein and Shimron Hetmyer. He also expressed optimism and stated that he is confident in the ability of the players to compete strongly against Lankans.
The players that have been selected to compete in the T20 against Sri Lanka includes, Rovman Powell (Captain), Roston Chase (Vice Captain), Alick Athanaze, Andre Fletcher, Fabian Allen, Terrance Hinds, Shai Hope, Alzarri Joseph, Brandon King, Evin Lewis, Romario Shepherd, Shamar Joseph, Gudakesh Motie, Sherfane Rutherford and Shamar Springer.
All the three games of the test series will be played at Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium on 13th, 15th and 17th October, 2024.
While shedding light on the ODI series, the Coach stated that it will play a huge role in providing them an opportunity to focus on building its team for the Cricket World Cup 2027.He added that it would be a great platform for young talent like Jewel Andrew to showcase their skills, talent and techniques.
The players who will represent West Indies in ODI Series against Sri Lanka includes, Shai Hope (Captain), Alzarri Joseph (Vice-Captain), Alick Athanaze, Keacy Carty, Jewel Andrew, Roston Chase, Matthew Forde, Brandon King, Evin Lewis, Gudakesh Motie, Shamar Joseph, Jayden Seales, Romario Shepherd, Sherfane Rutherford and Hayden Walsh Jr.
All the three games of the ODI series have been scheduled to take place at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium on 20th, 23rd and 26th October, 2024 respectively.
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