John Campbell returns to West Indies ODI squad after 2019
What's the story
West Indies cricket have recalled opener John Campbell to their ODI squad. The decision comes six years after his last appearance in an ODI. The three-match series against New Zealand, starting Sunday, will be Campbell's first since 2019. He has replaced Brandon King, who struggled with low scores in the recently concluded Bangladesh series. Shai Hope will lead the Windies squad.
Comeback details
Campbell's stellar performances
Campbell's return to the ODI squad comes on the back of his stellar run in the Test format, including a century against India. In the previous season's Super50 Cup, Campbell was Jamaica's top run-scorer with 278 runs at a strike rate of 102.20. Overall, Campbell has scored 248 runs from six ODIs at a strike rate of 115.88. His tally includes a ton.
Squad changes
Other notable changes in the squad
Along with Campbell, seamer Johann Layne and fast-bowling all-rounder Shamar Springer have been included in the ODI squad for the first time. Spinners Akeal Hosein and Gudakesh Motie, as well as injured left-arm quick Ramon Simmonds, are not part of this squad. Ackeem Auguste, who made his ODI debut in Bangladesh, has been retained alongside Keacy Carty and Alick Athanaze in the 15-member squad led by Shai Hope.
Final lineup
West Indies squad and series schedule
Squad: Shai Hope (captain), Alick Athanaze, Ackeem Auguste, John Campbell, Keacy Carty, Roston Chase, Matthew Forde, Justin Greaves, Amir Jangoo, Johann Layne, Khary Pierre, Sherfane Rutherford, Jayden Seales, Romario Shepherd, and Shamar Springer. The two teams will clash in the series opener in Christchurch on November 16. Napier (November 19) and Hamilton (November 22) will host the next two matches.
Information
Last ODI appearance
As mentioned, Campbell last played an ODI in 2019. That appearance saw the Windies batter record his career-best score of 179 against Ireland in Dublin. West Indies won that match by 196 runs.