West Indies Senior Men’s Team Announced for Sri Lanka Series
ODI Squad
Antigua and Barbuda’s Jewel Andrew has been included in the West Indies Senior Men’s Team ahead of a three-match series against Sir Lanka from October 20-27.
Andrew, who is fresh off a stint with the Antigua and Barbuda national cricket team and the Antigua and Barbuda Falcons in the LICB 50 overs tournament and CPL respectively, scored his maiden half century in the LICB 50 overs tournament against Anguilla.
The squad also sees the return of several key players, including Brandon King and Sherfane Rutherford.
Shai Hope will lead the team, as he was appointed Captain yet again. Hope will be assisted by Antiguan, Alzarri Joseph. This series provides an opportunity for CWI to focus on building its ODI team ahead of the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup in 2027.
The West Indies ODI Squad reads as follows:
- Shai Hope (Captain)
- Alzarri Joseph (Vice-Captain)
- Jewel Andrew
- Alick Athanaze
- Keacy Carty
- Roston Chase
- Matthew Forde
- Shamar Joseph
- Brandon King
- Evin Lewis
- Gudakesh Motie
- Sherfane Rutherford
- Jayden Seales
- Romario Shepherd
- Hayden Walsh Jr.
T20I Squad
Meanwhile, The T20I squad will take on Sri Lanka from 10 to 17 October 2024.
West Indies T20I Squad:
- Rovman Powell (Captain)
- Roston Chase (Vice Captain)
- Fabian Allen
- Alick Athanaze
- Andre Fletcher
- Terrance Hinds
- Shai Hope
- Alzarri Joseph
- Shamar Joseph
- Brandon King
- Evin Lewis
- Gudakesh Motie
- Sherfane Rutherford
- Romario Shepherd
- Shamar Springer
Conclusion
The West Indies Senior Men’s Team is set to take on Sri Lanka in a three-match series, with a strong squad led by Shai Hope. The team includes several key players, including Jewel Andrew, who has been included in the squad for the first time.
FAQs
* When will the series take place?
+ The series will take place from October 20-27.
* Who will lead the West Indies ODI team?
+ Shai Hope will lead the team.
* Who has been included in the ODI squad for the first time?
+ Jewel Andrew has been included in the squad for the first time.