West Indies Squad Announcement for T20 World Cup 2024
West Indies Cricket Board has unveiled the squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup set to take place in West Indies and America. Rovman Powell has been entrusted with the captaincy role, with Alzari Joseph named as the vice-captain. The squad comprises a mix of experienced campaigners and emerging talents.
West Indies Key Players in the Squad
The squad features seasoned players such as Nicholas Pooran, Andre Russell, and Jason Holder, who brings a wealth of experience to the team. Additionally, emerging fast bowler Shamar Joseph, who made his international debut recently, has earned a place in the squad. Shimron Hetmyer, who returns to the team after a brief absence, adds depth to the batting lineup.
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West Indies Omissions and Group Placement
Notably, explosive batsman Kyle Meyers has been left out of the squad. Indies, a two-time T20 World Cup champion, aims to make a mark in the tournament after failing to qualify for the 2022 edition. The Indies team has been grouped in Group C alongside New Zealand, Afghanistan, Papua New Guinea, and Uganda. Their campaign kicks off with a match against Papua New Guinea on June 2nd.
West Indies T20 World Cup Squad
The Indies squad for the T20 World Cup comprises a blend of talent across all departments, emphasizing their commitment to fielding a competitive team for the tournament:
- Rovman Powell (Captain)
- Alzari Joseph (Vice-Captain)
- Johnson Charles
- Roston Chase
- Shimron Hetmyer
- Brandon King
- Shai Hope
- Nicholas Pooran
- Sherfane Rutherford
- Andre Russell
- Romario Shepherd
- Jason Holder
- Akil Hussain
- Gudakesh Motye
- Shamar Joseph
With a potent mix of experience and youth, West Indies aims to challenge for the T20 World Cup title and add to their previous triumphs in 2012 and 2016.
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