CWI names squad for T20 Series against Sri Lanka

The trio of Shamar Springer, Jewel Andrew and Ackeem Auguste have been called up by Cricket West Indies (CWI) for the upcoming three-match T20I series against Sri Lanka.

Johnson Charles, Quentin Sampson and Jayden Seales who featured in West Indies last T20 squad during the ICC World Cup, have all made way.

Fast bowler Alzarri Joseph was not considered for selection as part of workload management plans and will continue his training and preparation ahead of the two-match test series being held in Antigua.

Meanwhile, Shamar Joseph, who returned home ahead of the third ODI against the Sri Lankans due to personal reasons, is expected to return ahead of the series on June 9, with the first match beginning at Sabina Park on June 11.

Head coach Daren Sammy said the series offers an excellent opportunity for the players to entertain home supporters while showcasing an exciting brand of cricket.

“This series is an important one for us, as it’s our first since the World Cup in India, where the team played with passion, fight and the togetherness that West Indies cricket is built on. Our focus now is to build on those foundations, continue growing as a team and make our fans proud with the way we compete against Sri Lanka,” he explained.

West Indies T20 Squad vs Sri Lanka: Shai Hope (captain), Jewel Andrew, Ackeem Auguste, Roston Chase, Matthew Forde, Shimron Hetmyer,

Jason Holder, Akeal Hosein, Shamar Joseph, Brandon King, Gudakesh Motie, Rovman Powell, Sherfane Rutherford, Romario Shepherd and Shamar Springer. 

(KH/CWI Media)