West Indies have announced their limited-overs squad for bilateral series against Ireland and England that consists of three ODIs and six T20Is, scheduled to be played across January. Meanwhile, veteran batsman Chris Gayle has not been included in the squad, however, the selectors insisted that the legendary batsman will be suitably honoured.
Kieron Pollard will be back to lead the side after missing the tour of Pakistan owing to a hamstring injury. Former captain Jason Holder is also back in both squads, but there was no room for Andre Russell, despite his recent spell in the Big Bash League. Obed McCoy was not included due to a shin injury suffered at the T20 World Cup.
“We have tried to maintain the general make-up of the squads from the Pakistan tour before Christmas, with the captain and some senior players coming back in. COVID-19 has also played a part in the final make-up of the squad. The challenges in the next couple months are getting the young players in both squads to not only improve on their skills but maintain the attitude and desire we saw in Pakistan,” head coach Phill Simmons said.
West Indies to play matches in Jamaica and Barbados
The ODI series between West Indies and Ireland – on January 8, 11, and 14 at Sabina Park Jamaica — will form part of the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup Super League. The lone T20I against Ireland will also be played in Jamaica.
The two-time world champions will then travel to Barbados to face England in five T20Is at Kensington Oval from January 22 to 30.
For ODIs vs Ireland: Kieron Pollard (captain), Shai Hope (vice-captain), Shamarh Brooks, Roston Chase, Justin Greaves, Jason Holder, Akeal Hosein, Alzarri Joseph, Gudakesh Motie, Jayden Seales, Nicholas Pooran, Romario Shepherd, Odean Smith, Devon Thomas. COVID-19 Reserves: Keacy Carty, Sheldon Cottrell.
T20Is vs Ireland and England: Kieron Pollard (captain), Nicholas Pooran (vice-captain), Fabian Allen (England T20I only), Darren Bravo (England T20Is only), Roston Chase, Sheldon Cottrell, Dominic Drakes, Shai Hope, Akel Hosein, Jason Holder, Brandon King, Kyle Mayers, Rovman Powell, Romario Shepherd, Odean Smith, Hayden Walsh Jr. COVID-19 Reserves: Jayden Seales, Alzarri Joseph, and Devon Thomas.
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