West Indies Announce Squads for T20I and ODI Series Vs Sri Lanka; Pooran, Russell Opt Out

West Indies has announced T20I and ODI squads for Sri Lanka tour [Source: ICC-cricket.com]

Cricket West Indies (CWI) has announced the squads for the highly anticipated West Indies Senior Men’s T20 International (T20I) and One Day International (ODI) series against Sri Lanka. This series, taking place from October 10 to October 27, 2024, promises to be a thrilling encounter, as both teams seek to test their mettle ahead of future global tournaments.

After a stunning 3-0 series sweep against South Africa earlier this year, West Indies have climbed to fourth place in the T20I rankings, cementing their status as serious contenders on the world stage.

Rovman Powell To Captain T20I Side

The West Indies T20I squad, led by the explosive Rovman Powell, will kick off the series on October 13 at the Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium.

Several senior players, including Nicholas Pooran, Andre Russell, Akeal Hosein, and Shimron Hetmyer, have opted out for personal reasons, giving way for emerging talents to seize the spotlight.

The team will rely heavily on the experience of Powell and vice-captain Roston Chase to guide the relatively young squad through Sri Lankan conditions. Players like Fabian Allen, Romario Shepherd, and Shamar Joseph will be eager to step up to the plate and prove their worth.

West Indies T20I Squad vs Sri Lanka

Rovman Powell (c), Roston Chase (vc), Fabian Allen, Alick Athanaze, Andre Fletcher, Terrance Hinds, Shai Hope (wk), Alzarri Joseph, Shamar Joseph, Brandon King, Evin Lewis, Gudakesh Motie, Sherfane Rutherford, Romario Shepherd, Shamar Springer

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Shai Hope To Lead Windies ODI Team

The ODI series, which kicks off on October 20 at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, offers West Indies the perfect opportunity to focus on long-term goals. Shai Hope, the captain and a linchpin of the batting line-up, will lead the charge, with Alzarri Joseph serving as his trusted lieutenant.

The return of players like Brandon King and Sherfane Rutherford is expected to bolster the West Indies squad, but it’s the inclusion of young wicketkeeper-batsman Jewel Andrew that has caught the attention of fans and pundits alike.

The series will test the balance of experience and youth in the squad as they face a Sri Lankan side known for its unpredictability and home-ground advantage. For West Indies, this is more than just another tour; it’s a litmus test for their ODI ambitions.

West Indies ODI Squad vs Sri Lanka

Shai Hope (c & wk), Alzarri Joseph (vc), 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.

SL vs WI Schedule

SL vs WI T20I Series Schedule

SL vs WI T20I Series Schedule

West Indies will be eager to hit the ground running, with the first T20I on October 13 marking the start of the series. Following the T20I leg of the tour, the focus will shift to the ODIs, with the final match scheduled for October 26 at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium.

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