In an attempt to recover from a humiliating loss to Bangladesh, West Indies recalled renowned all-rounder Jason Holder for the three-match one-day series against India on Sunday (July 17).
Holder was not included in the team for the 3-match ODI series against Bangladesh in Guyana which the home side lost by 3-0, because the selectors wanted to control his workload as an all-format player.
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Lead selector Desmond Haynes expressed delight to have one of the most experienced all-rounders back in the squad ahead of the India series.
"As we all know Jason is one of the leading all-round cricketers in the world and we're happy to have him back in the team," he said.
"He will be refreshed, re-energized, and ready to go and we can expect to see his brilliance on the field as well as meaningful contributions off the field as well."
"We had a very challenging three matches against Bangladesh. We need to regroup and play better against the India," he added.
As for the Men in Blue, they will be led by Shikhar Dhawan. Many senior players including Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Mohammed Shami, Jasprit Bumrah, Hardik Pandya, and Rishabh Pant have been rested for the 50-over leg of the Caribbean tour.
The three matches will be played out on Friday (July 22), Sunday (July 24), and Wednesday (July 27) at Queen's Park Oval in Trinidad.
West Indies squad: Nicholas Pooran (captain), Shai Hope, Shamarh Brooks, Keacy Carty, Jason Holder, Akeal Hosein, Alzarri Joseph, Brandon King, Kyle Mayers, Gudakesh Motie, Keemo Paul, Rovman Powell, Jayden Seales.
(AFP INPUTS)