Windies Test Squad named for Bangladesh Series

Cricket West Indies (CWI) has revealed the West Indies Test squad for the much-anticipated two-match series against Bangladesh which will run from November 22 to December 4 and  will be hosted in the islands of Antigua and Jamaica.

The squad, which will be led by Kraigg Brathwaite, strikes a balance between experienced players  and emerging talent. Among the notable inclusions is Barbadian batting all-rounder Justin Greaves. Another highlight is the return of Guyanese off-spinner Kevin Sinclair. However, the team will miss the services of Jason Holder, who continues to recover from a shoulder injury.

Ahead of the series, a CWI Select XI led by Brathwaite will face Bangladesh in a two-day warm-up match on November 17 and 18 at the Coolidge Cricket Ground in Antigua.

West Indies head coach Andre Coley emphasised the significance of the series and the preparations leading up to it. “We expect the series against Bangladesh to be competitive between two emerging quads. The warm-up match and training camp provides the ideal foundation for experienced and developing players to refine their skills ahead of the Tests.”

The CWI Select XI squad comprises of players not involved in their territorial CG United Super50 squads, providing invaluable exposure for emerging talent. In addition, the match supports the development of coaching talent, with former Jamaica and West Indies spinner Nikita Miller serving as head coach. Local pathway coach Pernel Watley will also assist in the team’s preparation.

West Indies Test Squad vs 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.