- Joshua Da Silva’s impressive century of 105 against a Cricket Australia XI in Adelaide has buoyed West Indies ahead of the Frank Worrell Trophy series.
- Test hopeful Kavem Hodge made a strong case for his debut with a score of 99, narrowly missing a century before being bowled by spinner Doug Warren.
- Justin Greaves’ unbeaten 41 further bolstered West Indies’ position, leading them to declare at 315 for 5, establishing a substantial lead of 392.
- Despite the positive showing, concerns persist for West Indies as top-order batsmen Kirk McKenzie and Alick Athanaze faced challenges, following their first-innings scores.
- The West Indies squad, featuring seven uncapped players, is grappling with the absence of experienced players like Jason Holder and Kyle Mayers, who prioritize T20 leagues over Test cricket.
- The series against Cricket Australia XI highlighted the predicament faced by Test cricket, with evolving player priorities and the emergence of T20 leagues impacting team compositions.
- West Indies off-spinning all-rounder Kevin Sinclair’s notable performance, claiming three wickets, strengthens his case for a Test call-up as he competes with Justin Greaves for a spot in the side.
- The first Test of the Frank Worrell Trophy series is set to take place at Adelaide Oval, with West Indies facing the challenge of introducing at least three debutants in their playing XI.
Joshua Da Silva’s century boosts West Indies ahead of frank worrell trophy opener.
