The West Indies Cricket Team: A Look at the Test Squad for the Sri Lanka Series
The West Indies Cricket Team has announced its 15-member squad for the two-match test series against Sri Lanka, which will be played at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium in Antigua from June 25 to July 7. This is a crucial moment for the team, as they aim to make the most of home conditions and conclude the current World Test Championship cycle on a positive note.
One of the key players in the squad is Roston Chase, who will captain the team. Chase is a seasoned player with a strong track record, and his leadership skills will be crucial in guiding the team to success. Another notable player is wicketkeeper-batter Joshua Da Silva, who has been in exceptional form in the West Indies Championship, amassing 996 runs across the last two seasons.
The squad also includes the return of Amir Jangoo, who earned a recall following an impressive showing in this year’s Championship, finishing second in runs scored including a double century. It will be his first Test squad selection since January 2025, and his presence will be a significant boost to the team.
Fast bowlers Alzarri Joseph and Shamar Joseph are also back in the Test setup after missing the tours of India and New Zealand through injury. The pair last featured in a Test squad during the home series against Australia in 2025, and their return will be a welcome addition to the team's pace attack.
Head Coach Daren Sammy has welcomed the challenge of playing Sri Lanka at home this summer. Sammy believes that the team has a common belief within the group, and this will be a key factor in their success. The squad is currently participating in a high-performance training camp in Antigua, which is focused on technical development, match-specific training, fitness conditioning, and team-building activities.
The camp is providing the coaching staff with an opportunity to assess player readiness and fine-tune plans ahead of the series against Sri Lanka and the final home series against Pakistan. Sammy said, "The camp is a crucial part of our preparation, and we are focusing on technical development and match-specific training. We are also assessing player readiness and fine-tuning our plans." The West Indies Test Squad vs Sri Lanka is as follows:
- Roston Chase (Captain)
- Jomel Warrican (Vice-Captain)
- John Campbell
- Tagenarine Chanderpaul
- Joshua Da Silva
- Justin Greaves
- Kavem Hodge
- Shai Hope
- Amir Jangoo
- Alzarri Joseph
- Shamar Joseph
- Brandon King
- Anderson Phillip
- Kemar Roach
- Jayden Seales
The WI Select XI vs Sri Lanka is as follows:
- Tevin Imlach (Captain)
- Joshua Bishop
- Jonathan Drakes
- Karima Gore
- Alzarri Joseph
- Brandon King
- Kirk Mckenzie
- Keemo Paul
- Kemol Savory
- Ojay Shields
- Nial Smith
- Gilon Tyson
- Kevin Wickham
The West Indies vs Sri Lanka Test Series Schedule is as follows:
- Warm-up Match (June 18-21): WI Select XI vs Sri Lanka @ Coolidge Cricket Ground, Antigua
- First Test (June 25-29) @ Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, Antigua
- Second Test (July 3-7) @ Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, Antigua
In conclusion, the West Indies Cricket Team has a strong squad for the test series against Sri Lanka, and their preparation and focus will be key to their success. The team's leadership, experience, and technical skills will be crucial in guiding them to victory, and the support of the home crowd will be a significant factor in their performance.
