West Indies Name ODI and T20I Squads for Bangladesh Tour as Hope Leads
Selections emphasize continuity with youth integration to secure qualification points for upcoming ICC events.
Overview
- The tour runs from October 18–31 with three ODIs in Dhaka followed by three T20Is in Chattogram.
- Shai Hope will captain both formats as the squads retain a core group including Shamar Joseph, Brandon King, Gudakesh Motie and Jayden Seales.
- Former Under-19 captain Ackeem Auguste receives a maiden ODI call-up, replacing Evin Lewis who is out with a wrist injury.
- Spinner Khary Pierre is recalled and Alick Athanaze returns, while the T20I squad adds pacer Ramon Simmonds and wicketkeeper-batter Amir Jangoo after notable recent performances.
- CWI has begun an acclimatisation camp at the Super Kings Academy in Chennai for selected players, aligning with Daren Sammy’s focus on subcontinental readiness and vital qualification points.