The Cricket West Indies (CWI) has not too long ago unveiled a 15-member squad for an eagerly awaited two-match Take a look at collection in opposition to Pakistan, scheduled to happen from January 16 to twenty-eight, 2025. This tour marks a major return for the West Indies to Pakistan for Take a look at cricket after an 18-year hiatus, making it a focus for followers and cricket analysts alike.
Squad composition
Main the squad is Kraigg Brathwaite, with Joshua Da Silva serving as his vice-captain. The group composition consists of seasoned gamers alongside promising abilities, aiming to mix expertise with youthful power.
Notable returns and debuts
The squad sees the return of left-arm spinner Gudakesh Motie, who missed the latest drawn collection in opposition to Bangladesh however is again to bolster the spin assault. A notable inclusion is Amir Jangoo, the left-handed batter whose latest efficiency, together with a match-winning ODI century on debut in opposition to Bangladesh, has earned him his first Take a look at call-up.
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Historic significance of West Indies tour
This collection is just not solely a return to Pakistan but additionally the ultimate a part of the two-year World Take a look at Championship cycle for the West Indies. The final Take a look at tour by West Indies to Pakistan was again in 2006-2007, which provides a layer of historic significance to the upcoming matches.
West Indies squad for Pakistan collection
Kraigg Brathwaite (c), Joshua Da Silva (vc), Alick Athanaze, Keacy Carty, Justin Greaves, Kavem Hodge, Tevin Imlach, Amir Jangoo, Mikyle Louis, Gudakesh Motie, Anderson Phillip, Kemar Roach, Kevin Sinclair, Jayden Seales, Jomel Warrican
