Cricket West Indies Announces Squad for Tour of Pakistan
The West Indies cricket team is set to tour Pakistan for a two-Test match series from January 17-29, 2025, at the Multan Cricket Stadium. This marks the final installment of the two-year World Test Championship cycle and the first Test series in Pakistan for the West Indies in 18 years.
New Inclusions
A standout performer in recent months, left-handed batter Amir Jangoo, who made a stunning match-winning ODI century on debut against Bangladesh, has earned his first Test call-up. Additionally, Gudakesh Motie returns to the squad after being unavailable for the recent drawn series against Bangladesh.
Head Coach’s Statement
Head Coach Andre Coley views the series as an opportunity to demonstrate continued development and evolution. He stated, "For the Test series against Pakistan in January 2025, the focus is on building on what we have done well and transforming the learnings from 2024 into tangible results."
Coley also welcomed the inclusion of Amir Jangoo and Gudakesh Motie, stating, "Motie rejoins the squad to bolster the spin attack, while Jangoo’s selection comes on the back of his consistency across formats in regional cricket, as well as his demonstrated high level of competency against spin bowling."
Squad Details
The squad departs the Caribbean on January 2 and will arrive in Islamabad on January 6.
West Indies Test Squad to Pakistan
- Kraigg Brathwaite (Captain)
- Joshua Da Silva (Vice-Captain)
- Alick Athanaze
- Keacy Carty
- Justin Greaves
- Kavem Hodge
- Tevin Imlach
- Amir Jangoo
- Mikyle Louis
- Gudakesh Motie
- Anderson Phillip
- Kemar Roach
- Kevin Sinclair
- Jayden Seales
- Jomel Warrican
Team Management Unit (TMU)
- Head Coach: Andre Coley
- Manager: Rawl Lewis
- Assistant Coach (Bowling): James Franklin
- Assistant Coach (Fielding): Rayon Griffith
- Assistant Coach (Batting): James Adams
- Physiotherapist: Denis Byam
- Strength & Conditioning Coach: Ronald Rogers
- Massage Therapist: Darc Browne
- Analyst: Avenesh Seetaram
- Media & Content Officer: Jerome Foster
Conclusion
The West Indies team is eager to take on the challenge of playing in Pakistan for the first time in 18 years. With the inclusion of new players and a strong team management unit, the team is poised to make a strong showing in the two-Test match series.
FAQs
Q: When does the West Indies tour of Pakistan take place?
A: The tour takes place from January 17-29, 2025.
Q: Who are the new inclusions in the squad?
A: Amir Jangoo and Gudakesh Motie are the new inclusions in the squad.
Q: What is the focus of the Head Coach for the series?
A: The focus is on building on what the team has done well and transforming the learnings from 2024 into tangible results.
Q: Who is the Captain of the West Indies team?
A: Kraigg Brathwaite is the Captain of the West Indies team.
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