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Kemar Roach Returns to West Indies Test Side for South Africa Series

Kemar Roach Returns to West Indies Test Side for South Africa Series

By August 2, 2024 0

Kemar Roach is set to make a triumphant return to the West Indies Test side for their upcoming home series against South Africa. The experienced fast bowler missed the recent tour of England due to a knee injury sustained during the County Championship.

Roach’s return bolsters a West Indies bowling attack that has been depleted by the absence of Alzarri Joseph, who has been rested for this series. Wicketkeeper-batter Joshua Da Silva has been appointed as the new vice-captain in Joseph’s stead.

“We have decided to rest our vice-captain Alzarri Joseph for this series,” explained head coach Andre Coley. “Alzarri has had a considerable workload recently, and this break will allow him to recuperate and return to peak performance.”

Coley has emphasized the importance of managing Joseph’s workload, stating that “it always helps to have a period of time away from the game to work on your individual skills.”

Offspin-bowling allrounder Kevin Sinclair remains sidelined due to a fractured left forearm suffered during the England tour. However, uncapped offspinner Bryan Charles, pace-bowling allrounder Justin Greaves, and left-arm spinner Jomel Warrican have been included in the 15-member squad.

Jeremiah Louis and Akeem Jordan, who were both part of the England tour, have been omitted from the squad. Zachary McCaskie, Kirk McKenzie, and Akeem Jordan have also been left out.

“The selection process for this squad was led by our Head Coach, Andre Coley,” said Miles Bascombe, CWI’s director of cricket. “This is pending the implementation of our new selection process, which will be rolled out in the coming days.”

West Indies will be eager to bounce back from their 3-0 whitewash in England, which has left them languishing at the bottom of the World Test Championship table. The two Tests against South Africa will be played in Port-of-Spain, Trinidad, from August 7 to 11 and in Providence, Guyana, from August 15 to 19.

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Joe Root Reclaims Top Spot in Test Batting Rankings

Joe Root Reclaims Top Spot in Test Batting Rankings

By July 31, 2024 0

Joe Root has reclaimed the top spot in the ICC Test batting rankings, marking his ninth stint at the summit. The England batter’s match-winning 87 in the first innings of the Birmingham Test against West Indies propelled him to the top, surpassing Kane Williamson.

Root’s rise is a testament to his consistent performances, as he became the seventh-highest run-getter in Test history during the match, surpassing Brian Lara’s tally of 11,953. With 12,207 runs, Root is now the highest-scoring active Test cricketer, ahead of Steven Smith (9685) and Virat Kohli (8848).

England’s Jamie Smith also made significant strides in the rankings, rising 31 places to No. 64 after his impressive performance as a wicketkeeper-batter. His near-century in the first innings showcased his potential.

Mark Wood’s Player-of-the-Match performance of 7 for 92 in the Birmingham Test lifted him into the top 20 of the bowling rankings for the first time. His impressive display highlighted his ability to take wickets in challenging conditions.

In the men’s T20I Rankings, India opener Yashasvi Jaiswal returned to No. 4 after a strong performance in the three-match series against Sri Lanka. Shubman Gill also moved up 16 places to a career-best 21st position. Sri Lanka’s Pathum Nissanka and Kusal Perera also made notable gains in the batting rankings.

India legspinner Ravi Bishnoi, who has previously held the No. 1 T20I bowler ranking, re-entered the top 10 after impressive performances in the series against Sri Lanka.

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West Indies Take Lead in Final Test Against England

West Indies Take Lead in Final Test Against England

By July 28, 2024 0

West Indies have taken a slender lead over England in the final Test at Edgbaston, thanks to half-centuries from Mikyle Louis and Kavem Hodge.

Resuming on a precarious 33 for 2, West Indies lost Alick Athanaze early on to Shoaib Bashir. However, Louis and Hodge steadied the innings with a 72-run stand for the fourth wicket.

Louis, who resumed on 18, added 39 runs to his overnight score before being dismissed for 57. He struck two sixes and four fours in his innings.

Hodge, who scored a century in the second Test at Nottingham, continued his good form with an unbeaten 52. He hit seven fours in his innings.

Ben Stokes provided England with a breakthrough when he had Louis caught at second slip by Zak Crawley. Stokes also removed Jason Holder, who was trapped lbw by an inswinger from Gus Atkinson.

Joshua Da Silva survived a nasty blow to his right biceps from a Stokes lifter to be 2 not out at the break.

West Indies lead by 57 runs with five wickets remaining. England will need to take early wickets in the afternoon session to get back into the match.

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Root and Stokes Rescue England After Batting Collapse

Root and Stokes Rescue England After Batting Collapse

By July 27, 2024 0

England’s batting woes continued on the second morning of the third Test against West Indies at Edgbaston, as they slumped to 54 for 5 before Joe Root and Ben Stokes steadied the ship with an unbroken 103-run partnership.

Resuming on 38 for 3, England lost Ollie Pope and Harry Brook in quick succession. Pope edged a Shamar Joseph delivery onto his stumps, while Brook was caught behind off Jayden Seales.

Root, who had survived an lbw appeal on 3, played a crucial role in rebuilding England’s innings. He overtook Brian Lara’s 11,953 Test runs to move into seventh on the all-time run-scorers’ list and brought up his 63rd Test fifty.

Stokes provided valuable support, hitting a series of boundaries to keep the scoreboard ticking. The pair’s partnership has given England hope of salvaging something from the match, as they trail West Indies by 125 runs at lunch.

West Indies had posted a competitive 282 in their first innings, with Kraigg Brathwaite and Jason Holder scoring half-centuries. England’s bowlers, led by Matthew Atkinson and Chris Woakes, shared the wickets.

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Holder's Heroics Give West Indies Respite in Edgbaston Test

Holder’s Heroics Give West Indies Respite in Edgbaston Test

By July 26, 2024 0

Jason Holder’s all-round brilliance propelled the West Indies to a respectable total of 282 on the opening day of the third Test at Edgbaston, despite England’s early dominance.

After winning the toss and opting to bat on a favorable surface, the West Indies made a promising start, reaching 76-0. However, a batting collapse reminiscent of their struggles in the previous two Tests saw them lose five wickets around the lunch break.

Holder and Joshua Da Silva steadied the ship with a crucial sixth-wicket partnership of 109 runs, but the tail failed to contribute significantly. Gus Atkinson and Chris Woakes were the pick of the English bowlers, claiming four and three wickets respectively.

Holder’s crucial 59 runs, including a 92-ball fifty, gave the West Indies a glimmer of hope in the series they trail 2-0. His innings was complemented by Da Silva’s 49 and Brathwaite’s 61.

England’s shaky start in response saw them lose both openers in consecutive deliveries. Zak Crawley fell for eight, edging a loose drive to Holder at second slip, while Ben Duckett played on to Alzarri Joseph on the very next ball. Nightwatchman Mark Wood also departed for a duck, edging Seales to Holder, leaving Ollie Pope and Joe Root to resume England’s innings on Saturday.

The West Indies’ resurgence continued as Holder took two excellent slip catches, contributing to England’s shaky start. They ended the day at 38-3, still 244 runs behind.

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West Indies Allrounder Sinclair Ruled Out of Third Test with Fractured Forearm

West Indies Allrounder Sinclair Ruled Out of Third Test with Fractured Forearm

By July 25, 2024 0

Kevin Sinclair, the West Indies’ offspinning allrounder, has been ruled out of the third and final Test against England after sustaining a fractured left forearm. Sinclair suffered the injury on the final day of the second Test at Trent Bridge, when he was struck by a 92mph bouncer from Mark Wood.

The incident occurred as Sinclair attempted to fend off the delivery, which ballooned up into the cordon and was taken by Zak Crawley. Sinclair reviewed the dismissal but the on-field decision was upheld by DRS, showing impact with the sweatband of his left glove.

Sinclair’s injury is a blow to the West Indies, who are already 2-0 down in the series. He has been replaced by Gudakesh Motie for the third Test, which begins on June 23 at Emirates Old Trafford.

Wood was in electric form throughout the second Test, his first appearance of the summer. He clocked a top speed of 97.1mph in his third over – the fastest delivery of his Test career – and maintained high speeds throughout the match.

Despite his impressive pace, Wood only returned one wicket in each innings. However, his presence had a significant impact on the game, as he forced the West Indies batsmen to play cautiously and made them vulnerable to short-pitched bowling.

Wood’s performance was praised by England captain Ben Stokes, who believes that the 34-year-old could be the one to blow a batting line-up apart this summer.

“Even in his second or third spells, you have to hold your hands up and celebrate what we have there,” said Stokes. “He’s got the heart of a lion. He runs in spell after spell, ball after ball.

“Although he didn’t get the rewards he wanted last week, he knows he affects the game in more than just wickets. That showed last week. I think someone will pay this summer, either West Indies this game or Sri Lanka.”

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West Indies' Resilience Tested as England Seek Series Sweep

West Indies’ Resilience Tested as England Seek Series Sweep

By July 25, 2024 0

West Indies’ resilience faces a stern test as they head to Edgbaston for the third Test against England. Despite a valiant effort at Trent Bridge, the visitors collapsed dramatically, losing ten wickets in 23.1 overs to hand England a resounding victory.

The series has been marked by goodwill and a desire for a competitive contest, but the structural issues facing West Indies have become increasingly apparent. Their batting has struggled to produce substantial scores, with no player managing a half-century in their last three innings.

England’s aggressive approach to Test cricket has been met with mixed reactions. While it has brought excitement and unpredictability, it has also raised questions about the future of the traditional format. The scheduling of the Hundred during the Test season has further fueled concerns about the game’s pre-eminence.

Ollie Pope, despite scoring 229 runs in three innings, is still seeking to regain his composure after a recent form slump. Mikyle Louis, West Indies’ first Test cricketer from St Kitts, has shown promise but is yet to make a significant contribution.

England have named an unchanged squad and XI for the Edgbaston Test. Mark Wood, despite his impressive performance at Trent Bridge, will continue to lead the bowling attack. West Indies are expected to recall Gudakesh Motie to their spin attack.

The pitch at Edgbaston is expected to be flat, with a par score of around 400. West Indies have a decent record at the venue, winning four of their ten previous Tests. However, they have lost their last two visits, in 2004 and 2017.

Jayden Seales needs three more wickets to reach 50 in Tests, while Joe Root is 14 runs away from overtaking Brian Lara at No.7 in the all-time Test run-scorers list.

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Coetzee Out, Pretorius In for South Africa's West Indies Tests

Coetzee Out, Pretorius In for South Africa’s West Indies Tests

By July 25, 2024 0

South Africa’s Test squad for the upcoming series against West Indies has undergone a change, with fast bowler Gerald Coetzee ruled out due to a side strain. Coetzee sustained the injury while playing for Texas Super Kings in the Major League Cricket (MLC) T20 franchise league in the USA.

Following assessments by South Africa’s medical team, Coetzee was deemed unfit to participate in the Test series, which commences on August 7. In his place, uncapped Test player Migael Pretorius has been called up.

Pretorius, 29, has a wealth of experience in first-class cricket, having played 64 matches and claimed 188 wickets at an average of 27.50. He is currently the leading wicket-taker for Somerset in the ongoing English County Championship, with 23 wickets.

Pretorius has previously been named in South Africa squads but has yet to make his international debut. He was part of the T20I squad for the series against Pakistan in March 2021 but did not play. He was also called up for the Test series in Sri Lanka in December 2020 but withdrew due to a shoulder injury.

South Africa’s Test squad for the West Indies series now includes:

* Temba Bavuma (capt)
* David Bedingham
* Matthew Breetzke
* Nandre Burger
* Tony de Zorzi
* Keshav Maharaj
* Aiden Markram
* Wiaan Mulder
* Lungi Ngidi
* Dane Paterson
* Dane Piedt
* Kagiso Rabada
* Tristan Stubbs
* Ryan Rickelton
* Kyle Verreynne
* Migael Pretorius

The Test series will begin in Port-of-Spain, followed by the second Test in Providence. Three T20Is will conclude the tour from August 24 to 28.

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Unicorn Balloon Interrupts England-West Indies Test, Bringing Laughter to Trent Bridge

Unicorn Balloon Interrupts England-West Indies Test, Bringing Laughter to Trent Bridge

By July 25, 2024 0

Amidst the intense battle between England and West Indies in the second Test at Trent Bridge, an unexpected and hilarious incident occurred that brought a moment of levity to the proceedings. As England resumed their second innings on the fourth day, a peculiar sight appeared on the outfield: a unicorn-shaped balloon.

The crowd erupted in laughter as the balloon bobbed and weaved across the field, momentarily halting the match. A ground staff member swiftly rushed onto the pitch to remove the inflatable intruder, while the English crowd cheered and chanted “ole” in unison.

The incident provided a brief respite from the serious competition, but it also highlighted the growing confidence and camaraderie within the England team. Ollie Pope, Harry Brook, and Joe Root all notched up centuries for the hosts, leading England to a resounding 241-run victory.

Pope, who has emerged as a key figure in England’s batting lineup, believes that the team has the potential to achieve even greater heights. He pointed to their record-breaking performance against Pakistan in Rawalpindi, where they scored 506-4 on the first day.

“I think when Baz (England coach Brendon McCullum) and Stokesy took over, we were a batting unit with, not a lack of experience, but a lack of confidence at the time,” said Pope. “Now, we have the capacity to surpass that feat and adapt to more bowler-friendly conditions.”

England’s recent success has been built on an aggressive approach known as “Bazball,” which emphasizes attacking batting and positive intent. The team has undergone a significant revamp, with several experienced players making way for fresh talent.

The newcomers have made an immediate impact, with fast bowler Gus Atkinson taking 12 wickets at Lord’s, off-spinner Shoaib Bashir grabbing a five-wicket haul at Trent Bridge, and Jamie Smith shining as wicketkeeper-batsman.

As England prepare for the final Test of the series against West Indies at Edgbaston, they will be looking to continue their winning ways and further cement their position as one of the most exciting and dynamic teams in world cricket.

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West Indies Lose Louis to Injury, Jordan Called Up for Final Test

West Indies Lose Louis to Injury, Jordan Called Up for Final Test

By July 24, 2024 0

West Indies Lose Jeremiah Louis to Hamstring Injury, Akeem Jordan Called Up for Final Test

West Indies’ hopes of salvaging a draw in the ongoing Test series against England have been dealt a blow with the news that fast bowler Jeremiah Louis has been ruled out of the final match due to a hamstring injury.

Louis, who did not feature in the first two Tests, sustained the injury during the second Test at Trent Bridge. The 25-year-old will remain with the squad for further treatment, but his absence leaves a significant void in the West Indies bowling attack.

To fill the void, West Indies have opted for a like-for-like replacement, bringing in Akeem Jordan. The 23-year-old pacer was playing cricket in the UK at the time of his call-up and has already joined the squad.

Jordan, who is yet to make his Test debut, has impressed in first-class cricket, taking 67 wickets in 19 matches since 2022 at an average of 24.10. His performances include two five-wicket hauls, with a best innings haul of 5 for 44.

Apart from Jordan, West Indies have Alzarri Joseph, Shamar Joseph, Jayden Seales, and all-rounder Jason Holder as their seam-bowling options in the squad. However, the visitors face an uphill task in the third Test, trailing 2-0 in the series and having already conceded the Richards-Botham Trophy.

West Indies lost the first Test at Lord’s by an innings and 114 runs and then suffered a 241-run defeat at Trent Bridge last week. The third and final Test gets underway on Friday, July 26, at Edgbaston.

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