Cricket West Indies (CWI) has announced a 15-member squad for the upcoming two-match Test series against Pakistan, scheduled from January 17 to 29, 2025, at the Multan Cricket Stadium.
This series marks the West Indies’ first Test tour in Pakistan in 18 years and concludes the current World Test Championship cycle.
Notably, left-handed batter Amir Jangoo has earned his maiden Test call-up following a remarkable ODI debut against Bangladesh, where he scored an unbeaten 104 off 83 balls.
Additionally, left-arm spinner Gudakesh Motie returns to the squad after missing the recent series against Bangladesh.
The squad will be led by captain Kraigg Brathwaite, with Joshua Da Silva serving as vice-captain.
The full squad is as follows:
1. Kraigg Brathwaite (Captain)
2. Joshua Da Silva (Vice-Captain)
3. Alick Athanaze
4. Keacy Carty
5. Justin Greaves
6. Kavem Hodge
7. Tevin Imlach
8. Amir Jangoo
9. Mikyle Louis
10. Gudakesh Motie
11. Anderson Phillip
12. Kemar Roach
13. Kevin Sinclair
14. Jayden Seales
15. Jomel Warrican
Head Coach Andre Coley emphasized the team’s focus on building upon their recent performances and translating the lessons from 2024 into tangible results for the upcoming series.
The squad is set to depart the Caribbean on January 2 and will arrive in Islamabad on January 6 to commence preparations for the series.
This tour represents a significant moment for West Indies cricket, marking their return to Pakistan for Test matches after nearly two decades, and offers an opportunity to conclude their World Test Championship campaign on a positive note.
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