Kraigg Brathwaite to Captain West Indies, Jason Holder Ruled Out Due to Injury as CWI Announces Test Squad for Bangladesh Series

Cricket West Indies (CWI) has named a 15-member squad for the upcoming two-Test series against Bangladesh. The series will be played in Antigua and Jamaica, starting on November 22nd.

Key Points:

  • Kraigg Brathwaite to Lead: The experienced Kraigg Brathwaite will lead the side, with Joshua Da Silva as his deputy.
  • Jason Holder Out: Star all-rounder Jason Holder has been ruled out due to a shoulder injury.
  • New Faces: Justin Greaves and Kevin Sinclair have been included in the squad.
  • Test Series Schedule:
    • 1st Test: November 22-26, Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, Antigua
    • 2nd Test: December 1-5, Sabina Park, Jamaica

West Indies Test Squad:

Kraigg Brathwaite (c), Joshua Da Silva (vc), 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.

The West Indies team will be looking to improve their performance in Test cricket, especially after a disappointing World Test Championship campaign. The upcoming series against Bangladesh provides an opportunity to gain valuable points and climb the WTC table.

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