Bangladesh tour of West Indies (2024) - Discussion Thread

[BouncerGuy]

CWI Announces West Indies Test Squad for Home Series Against Bangladesh

Cricket West Indies (CWI) is excited to unveil the West Indies Test squad for the highly anticipated two-match series against Bangladesh. This home series, scheduled from 22 November to 4 December 2024, in Antigua and Jamaica, marks a crucial chapter as the team looks to capitalize on home conditions and finish the World Test Championship on a high note.

Led by Kraigg Brathwaite, the squad features an exciting mix of seasoned, in-form players and fresh talent. The in-form Justin Greaves is in the squad following a sensational run in the CG United Super50 Cup, where he smashed three centuries. His recent performances have been a highlight of the domestic season and underscores how pivotal domestic platforms are for the next generation of talent. Kevin Sinclair also returns to the squad as a valuable spin bowling option, while Jason Holder will miss the series as he continues rehabilitation for a shoulder injury.

West Indies fans throughout the region can catch the action on ESPN Caribbean, while in Bangladesh, the Toffee digital platform will feature the matches.

West Indies Test Squad vs Bangladesh

1. Kraigg Brathwaite (Captain)
2. Joshua Da Silva (Vice-Captain)
3. Alick Athanaze
4. Keacy Carty
5. Justin Greaves
6. Kavem Hodge
7. Tevin Imlach
8. Alzarri Joseph
9. Shamar Joseph
10. Mikyle Louis
11. Anderson Phillip
12. Kemar Roach
13. Jayden Seales
14. Kevin Sinclair
15. Jomel Warrican

Team Management:

• Head Coach: Andre Coley
• Team Manager: Rawl Lewis
• Assistant Coach (Batting): Jimmy Adams
• Assistant Coach (Bowling): James Franklyn
• Assistant Coach (Fielding/Wicket-Keeping): Jamal Smith
• Physiotherapist: Dr. Denis Byam
• Strength & Conditioning Coach: Ronald Rogers
• Masseuse: Darc Browne
• Team Analyst: Avenesh Seetaram
• Media Officer: Jerome Foster

Meanwhile, ahead of the Test series, Test Captain Kraigg Brathwaite will lead a CWI Select XI, 13-man squad, for the two-day warm-up match against Bangladesh, scheduled for 17 and 18 November at the CWI-owned Coolidge Cricket Ground in Antigua. This warm-up match holds significant importance in preparation for the main Test series. It offers a valuable opportunity for fringe players to showcase their skills in a competitive setting, while also providing Test players with an opportunity to fine-tune their form.

Head Coach Andre Coley remarked on the upcoming series.

We expect the series against Bangladesh to be a competitive one between two emerging squads. The build up to the series, through the two-day warm-up match and training camp will provide us with the best possible preparation, as they will afford opportunities for both experienced and emerging players to fine-tune their skills ahead of the Test series

CWI Select XI Warm-Up Match Squad

1. Kraigg Brathwaite (Captain)
2. Justin Greaves (Vice-Captain)
3. Ryan Bandoo
4. Daniel Beckford
5. Navian Bidaisee
6. Joshua Dorne
7. Nathan Edward
8. Chaim Holder
9. Tevin Imlach
10. Jordan Johnson
11. Jair McAllister
12. Shaaron Lewis
13. Kimani Melius

The CWI Select XI primarily consists of players not selected for their territorial CG United Super50 squads, allowing emerging talent to gain important exposure ahead of the series. The match also presents a chance to develop young coaching talent, with Nikita Miller, a former West Indies international and first-class veteran, heading the coaching unit. Pernel Watley, a locally identified pathway coach, will provide additional support.

West Indies vs Bangladesh Home Series Schedule:

Warm-up Matches – CWI Select XI vs Bangladesh: 17 and 18 November 2024, Coolidge Cricket Ground, Antigua.

First Test- West Indies vs Bangladesh: 22-26 November 2024, Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, Antigua.

Second Test- West Indies vs Bangladesh: 30 November - 4 December 2024, Sabina Park, Jamaica

First CG UNITED ODI – West Indies vs Bangladesh: 8 December 2024, Warner Park, St Kitts & Nevis.

Second CG UNITED ODI- West Indies vs Bangladesh: 10 December 2024, Warner Park, St Kitts & Nevis.

Third CG UNITED ODI- West Indies vs Bangladesh: 12 December 2024, Warner Park, St Kitts & Nevis.

1st T20 International: West Indies vs Bangladesh: 15 December 2024, Arnos Vale, St Vincent & The Grenadines.

2nd T20 International: West Indies vs Bangladesh: 17 December 2024, Arnos Vale, St Vincent & The Grenadines.

3rd T20 International: West Indies vs Bangladesh: 19 December 2024, Arnos Vale, St Vincent & The Grenadines.

 

[sweep_shot]

Long tour.

Last time BD toured Windies, Windies won the Test series and T20 series while BD won the ODI series.

Anyway, this West Indies team is much better than last time.

 

[Devadwal]

Another clean sweep awaiting for Bangladesh team in the hand of Westindies

 

[Markhor]

Another clean sweep awaiting for Bangladesh team in the hand of Westindies

Bangladesh start as favourites for me.

Whereas the visitors have fresh memories of a 2-0 sweep in Pakistan, WI come into this after 5 consecutive defeats against England and South Africa. The feelgood factor after the Brisbane win has begun to evaporate.

Their batting is as always Kraigg Brathwaite or bust, and he averages only 26 since the start of 2023.

The middle order is inexperienced. Alick Athanaze has been hyped for a few years (star of the 2018 U19 WC where he outscored Shubman Gill) but his Test returns are disappointing. Bangladesh have the clear edge batting wise.

However WI have a good crop of seamers to pick from. Their lead spinner Gudakesh Motie is unavailable though. He's playing in his native Guyana's new T20 league.

 

[BouncerGuy]

West Indies eyeing change of fortunes at home from the Bangladesh Test series

Ahead of the first Test against Bangladesh in Antigua, the West Indies head coach highlights the importance of winning the home series before their tour of Pakistan scheduled early next year.

Having fallen out of contention for the ICC World Test Championship Final next year, teetering at the bottom of the points table, West Indies are determined to finish the year on a high note.

Speaking ahead of the first of two Tests at home against Bangladesh starting Friday, head coach Andre Coley emphasized for the hosts to rub off the disappointment of losing their previous series at home - against South Africa in August.

“It’s very important. Coming off of the disappointment of the South Africa series, where we really put ourselves in a position to close out that series, we didn’t, and we now have this opportunity against Bangladesh,” Coley said.

Playing two Tests at home against the Proteas, the Windies were bested 1-0 after the visitors claimed the final Test by 40 runs.

They arrive into the Bangladesh series on the back of a 3-1 loss to England in a five-match T20I series at home.

Coley believes it’s crucial for the hosts to come out on top against Bangladesh and raise the team morale before the tour of Pakistan next year, which will see them contest in their final two Tests of the ongoing WTC cycle.

"It's very important for us to come out with a winning result on home soil before we head off to (Pakistan)...these are the final four Test matches in this edition of the World Test Championship. It is very important for us to do well here, win the series, and get momentum heading into Pakistan,” he said.

Led by Kraigg Braithwaite, the 15-member West Indies squad - missing star all-rounder Jason Holder - features a mix of experienced campaigners and up and coming talent. Coley believes the Bangladesh series presents a perfect opportunity for this group to display their capability in the longest format.

"We have players here who have played against Bangladesh - home and away- and were successful, and won those series. You know players are familiar with each other and we also have some new players who have not played any of those series," he said.

"It's an opportunity for senior players and emerging players you know to show we are capable of as a team and we continue to build and put everything together on the back of last year and year and half and as you said look to close on the year in really good form."

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