Overview

• CWI said scans showed degeneration of a previously resolved lower‑back injury after Alzarri Joseph reported discomfort.
• Left‑arm seamer Jediah Blades has been drafted as cover and will join the Test squad after completing the T20I series against Nepal.
• Jason Holder declined selection for the tour due to a planned medical procedure, according to CWI.
• Shamar Joseph was earlier ruled out and uncapped Johann Layne was added, leaving Jayden Seales as the most experienced quick in the group.
• CWI published an updated 15‑player squad led by Roston Chase with Jomel Warrican as vice‑captain, with Tests scheduled for October 2 in Ahmedabad and October 10 in Delhi.