West Indies Name Test Squad for Pakistan; Alzarri Joseph Misses Out
Roston Chase leads a 15-man team as West Indies aim to break a 26-year series drought against Pakistan in a two-match home series starting July 25.
Cricket West Indies have announced their 15-man Test squad for the upcoming two-match series against Pakistan, set to begin on July 25. Roston Chase will captain the side, with Jomel Warrican as vice-captain. The squad includes a maiden Test call-up for left-arm spinner Joshua Bishop, while Kirk McKenzie returns after last playing in 2024, replacing John Campbell who is out with a hamstring injury.
Fast bowler Alzarri Joseph is unavailable for personal reasons, leaving the pace attack led by Shamar Joseph, Kemar Roach, and Jayden Seales. The West Indies have retained most of the core that beat Sri Lanka 1-0 earlier this month, with batsmen like Shai Hope, Kavem Hodge, and Brandon King adding depth.
The first Test will be held at the Brian Lara Cricket Academy, hosting its first men's Test. The hosts hope to capitalize on home conditions to end Pakistan's 26-year unbeaten run in Test series between the sides. Chase aims to lead his team to a historic victory.