Hetmyer, Motie, Joseph included for ODI series against Sri Lanka

Shimron Hetmyer’s form has earned him a recall while Alzarri Joseph returns to the squad following injury, as West Indies prepare to take on Sri Lanka in a  three-match ODI Series in Jamaica from June 3.

The series comes at the start of a crucial stage in West Indies’ campaign for automatic qualification to the 2027 ICC Men’s ODI World Cup. 

Gudakesh Motie has also been recalled following an extended absence.

Led by captain Shai Hope, the Men in Maroon will also be aiming to extend their unbeaten home ODI series streak to five consecutive victories, with the last triumph coming against Pakistan in August of last year.

Joseph had been sidelined since July 2025 due to a back injury, while Motie was omitted for the series against New Zealand last November.

Hetmyer’s return follows his impressive performances during the recent ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, and the move comes as the regional side builds towards the 50-Over World Cup in October and November next year. 

He will join the squad ahead of the third and final encounter.  

According to Head coach Daren Sammy,  the team’s strong recent form at home has boosted confidence ahead of the series against a formidable opponent.

“Sri Lanka are a disciplined and skillful ODI unit, especially in conditions that demand patience and smart cricket. For us, this series is about setting the standard, intensity in the field, clarity with the bat, and consistency with the ball. We want to play fearless but intelligent cricket and continue building the identity we believe West Indies cricket should represent.”

Sammy added, “In our desire to make home a fortress in ODI cricket, I want the team to win moments consistently rather than relying on individual brilliance which we have stressed for the last 18 months.”

The squad arrived in Jamaica on May 31 following the conclusion of the 10-day training camp at the Coolidge Cricket Ground in Antigua.

West Indies ODI Squad: Shai Hope (captain), Ackeem Auguste, John Campbell, Keacy Carty, Roston Chase, Matthew Forde, Justin Greaves, Shimron Hetmyer, Amir Jangoo, Alzarri Joseph, Shamar Joseph, Gudakesh Motie, Sherfane Rutherford, Jayden Seales and  Shamar Springer.

(KH/CWI)