West Indies Finalises T20 World Cup Squad: Veteran Jason Holder Out Due to Injury
The West Indies cricket team has announced the replacement of seasoned player Jason Holder with left-arm fast bowler Obed McCoy for the upcoming T20 World Cup. Holder will be absent from the tournament due to an injury sustained during the County Championship 2024.
Holder, aged 32, will require a recovery period that effectively rules him out of the tournament. McCoy, his replacement, was the leading wicket-taker during the West Indies A’s recent tour to Nepal, securing 8 wickets in five matches.
Desmond Haynes, Lead Selector of West Indies, expressed that Holder’s absence will be a significant loss, but it also provides McCoy with an opportunity to shine on the biggest stage.
“Jason is an experienced player in our set-up. His absence will undoubtedly be felt both on and off the field. We look forward to having a fully fit Jason with us again soon. While it is unfortunate to lose a player of Jason’s caliber, we are confident in the abilities of Obed McCoy. Obed has shown remarkable skill and promise in his performances, and this opportunity will allow him to further showcase his talent on the international stage. We believe he will bring a fresh and dynamic energy to the squad,” Haynes added.
BREAKING NEWS
Obed McCoy replaces Jason Holder in the West Indies T20 World Cup Squad
Reserves confirmed
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The co-hosts have also named five reserve players that will accompany the squad – Kyle Mayers, Matthew Forde, Fabian Allen, Hayden Walsh, and Andre Fletcher.
Head Coach and two-time T20 World Cup winner, Daren Sammy, expressed confidence in the reserve players’ ability to seamlessly integrate into the team.
“We are fortunate to have such depth and quality in our ranks. Our reserve players are all A-class talents who have proven their abilities in various formats of the game, but certainly T20. Each one of them is fully capable of slotting into the team seamlessly should the situation arise.”
Squad:
Rovman Powell (c), Alzarri Joseph (vc), Johnson Charles, Roston Chase, Shimron Hetmyer, Shai Hope, Akeal Hosein, Shamar Joseph, Brandon King, Obed McCoy, Gudakesh Motie, Nicholas Pooran, Andre Russell, Sherfane Rutherford, Romario Shepherd. Reserves: Kyle Mayers, Matthew Forde, Fabian Allen, Hayden Walsh, and Andre Fletcher
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