The Cricket West Indies (CWI) has confirmed their squad for the upcoming house Check collection in opposition to Bangladesh, which is able to start on November 22 at Sir Vivian Richards Stadium in North Sound, Antigua. This collection shall be a vital a part of the staff’s preparation forward of future worldwide fixtures.
Jason Holder misses out attributable to rehabilitation
One of many notable absences within the squad is that of all-rounder Jason Holder, who will miss the two-match house Check collection to proceed his rehabilitation for a shoulder damage. Holder’s absence will depart a big hole in each the batting and bowling departments, as he’s recognized for his all-round contributions.
Damage returns for Kevin Sinclair and Anderson Phillip
Offspinner Kevin Sinclair makes his return to the squad after recovering from an damage that stored him out of the West Indies’ final Check collection in opposition to South Africa in August. Sinclair’s return provides depth to the bowling assault, which shall be important in difficult the Bangladesh batsmen.
Proper-arm quick bowler Anderson Phillip additionally re-enters the Check fold after a prolonged absence, having final performed a Check match in December 2022 throughout West Indies’ tour of Australia. Phillip has impressed in home cricket, together with a strong 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 collection attributable to a heavy workload, additionally makes his return to the squad. Joseph, who’s at present enjoying within the T20I collection 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 Check collection 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 collection, the West Indies will depend on a mixture of expertise and recent faces to tackle Bangladesh. The staff is ready to start their preparations for the November 22 collection opener, as they intention to construct momentum at house earlier than the upcoming worldwide challenges.
