West Indies Announces 18-Member Squad for Preparatory Camp Ahead of India Tests

Cricket West Indies (CWI) has announced an 18-member squad for the upcoming preparatory camp in anticipation of the two-match Test series against India. The camp is set to commence at the Coolidge Cricket Ground (CCG) in Antigua on Friday, following which the team will proceed to Dominica on July 9. The first Test is scheduled to take place in Dominica starting from July 12, while the second Test will be held at Trinidad’s Queen’s Park Oval from July 20. The Test series will be followed by a three-match ODI series commencing on July 27, and a five-match T20I series beginning on August 3.

Kraigg Brathwaite, a specialist batsman renowned for his performances in the red-ball format, will continue to lead the West Indies side. Brathwaite’s proven leadership abilities and exceptional batting skills make him an ideal candidate to guide the team in their upcoming challenges against the Indian team.

The 18-member squad comprises a combination of experienced campaigners and promising talents, carefully selected by Cricket West Indies. This diverse pool of players includes individuals who have showcased their mettle in international cricket, and they are eager to make a significant impact against the formidable Indian side.

Cricket West Indies (CWI) has announced the 18-member squad for the preparatory camp leading up to the commencement of the two-match Test series against India in the Caribbean. The CWI Men’s Selection Panel revealed the squad through their official Twitter handle, highlighting the significance of this camp in preparing the team for the upcoming series. The selected players will now have the opportunity to fine-tune their skills and build team synergy as they gear up to face the formidable Indian side. The Test series holds immense importance for both teams, and the squad’s composition reflects the careful consideration and evaluation conducted by the CWI selection panel.

Given the ongoing participation of the West Indies team in the ICC World Cup qualifiers, it is worth noting that some senior members of the squad have not been included in the preparatory camp for the Test series against India. 

Notable absentees from the preparatory camp for the Test series against India include Jason Holder, Alzarri Joseph, and Kyle Mayers. These experienced players, who have previously made significant contributions to the West Indies team, are currently not part of the squad for the camp due to their involvement in the ongoing ICC World Cup qualifiers.

West Indies 18-Member Squad

The squad for the preparatory camp includes Kraigg Brathwaite as the captain, along with the following players: Alick Athanaze, Jermaine Blackwood, Nkrumah Bonner, Tagenarine Chanderpaul, Rahkeem Cornwall, Joshua Da Silva, Shannon Gabriel, Kavem Hodge, Akeem Jordan, Jair McAllister, Kirk McKenzie, Marquino Mindley, Anderson Phillip, Raymon Reifer, Kemar Roach, Jayden Seales, and Jomel Warrican.