Alzarri Joseph, Shamar Joseph return to West Indies Test squad
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The West Indies cricket team has announced its squad for the upcoming two-match ICC World Test Championship series against Sri Lanka. The side sees the return of fast bowlers Alzarri Joseph and Shamar Joseph, who last played Test cricket in July 2025. Roston Chase will lead the Windies that will take on Sri Lanka from June 25 at Sir Vivian Richards Stadium in Antigua.
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Key players return for West Indies
Along with fast bowlers Joseph and Joseph, Joshua Da Silva and Amir Jangoo have also been recalled to the squad. The decision comes after their impressive performances at the domestic level. As mentioned, the Windies will be led by Chase. West Indies coach Daren Sammy is looking forward to the upcoming series against Sri Lanka. He said, "Every Test series is an opportunity for us to grow as a team and strengthen our identity."
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WI's standing in WTC 2025-27
West Indies are currently last in the nine-team WTC 2025-27 standings. They have lost seven of their eight Tests so far, drawing one. The Windies have a points percentage of 4.17.
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WI squad for SL Tests
West Indies squad: Roston Chase (captain), John Campbell, Tagenarine Chanderpaul, Joshua Da Silva, Justin Greaves, Kavem Hodge, Shai Hope, Amir Jangoo, Alzarri Joseph, Shamar Joseph, Brandon King, Anderson Phillip, Kemar Roach, Jayden Seales, and Jomel Warrican.