Delhi: West Indies cricket team will play an ODI series against England at home from October 31. The West Indies Cricket Board (CWI) has announced the team for this three-match series, in which Shai Hope will be the captain. Shimron Hetmyer has returned to the team, who is returning to the ODI team after almost a year. Apart from this, young batsman Jewel Andrew has also got a place in the team.
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Hetmyer played his last ODI match against England in December 2023. His form has been declining in the last few years, but in 53 ODI matches he has scored 1,515 runs at an average of 32.23, which includes 5 centuries and 4 half-centuries.
On the other hand, young batsman Jewel Andrew, who recently took part in the ODI match against Sri Lanka, has once again got a chance. Andrew, who has scored 165 runs in 4 matches at an average of 55.00 in his first-class career, has also scored 1 century.
At the same time, West Indies coach Darren Sammy described the series against England as a challenge and said, “Playing at home is always special, where the local support gives energy to the players. “Our eyes are on qualifying for the 2027 ODI World Cup, so we have selected a balanced team.”
West Indies team is as follows –
West Indies team includes Shai Hope (captain), Jewel Andrew, Casey Carty, Roston Chase, Matthew Ford, Shimron Hetmyer, Alzarri Joseph, Shamar Joseph, Brandon King, Evin Lewis, Gudakesh Moti, Sherfane Rutherford, Jayden Seales, Romario Shepherd and Hayden. Walsh Jr.
Let us tell you that the ODI series matches will be held on 31 October, 2 November and 6 November. The first two matches will be played at Sir Vivian Richards Stadium and the third match will be played at Kensington Oval.
FAQ
West Indies team for ODI series 2024 against England?
West Indies team includes Shai Hope (captain), Jewel Andrew, Casey Carty, Roston Chase, Matthew Ford, Shimron Hetmyer, Alzarri Joseph, Shamar Joseph, Brandon King, Evin Lewis, Gudakesh Moti, Sherfane Rutherford, Jayden Seales, Romario Shepherd and Hayden. Walsh Jr.
When did Shimron Hetmyer play his last international match?
Hetmyer played his last ODI match against England in December 2023. His form has been declining in the last few years, but in 53 ODI matches he has scored 1,515 runs at an average of 32.23, which includes 5 centuries and 4 half-centuries.