Wi vs Aus: Shai Hope Cricket News returns to West Indies Test Squad for Australia series

The West Indies cricket team recalled Shai Hope for their upcoming three-match Test series against Australia, as declared in the selection of their 16-Khiladi squad on Tuesday.Hope, which leads the team in white-ball formats, earned his place back to the Test squad following an impressive performance in limited overs cricket. Their possible return to Test cricket may be in Bridgetown on 25 June, which marks his first appearance in the format since 2021.Go beyond the border with our YouTube channel. Subscribe now!The squad stars Guyana’s innovative Kelon Anderson, who influenced the selectors with his outstanding domestic performances.West Indies coach Darren Sammy said, “I am excited about the inclusion of young Sambhavna Kelon Anderson, which comes after solid sessions in our domestic competitions to help provide stability in the top order, while the return of Shai Hope is welcomed, looking at his continuity in white ball cricket.”Hope’s Test career figures show 1,726 runs in 38 matches, including two centuries and five half -centuries.

The squad included a particularly experienced bowler Kemar Roach, who has submitted 284 Test wickets.Shamar Joseph, who played an important role in the West Indies’ notable victory against Australia in the second Test in Brisbane last year, maintained his position in the squad.The series, which contributes to the 2025–27 World Test Championship cycle, will continue with matches for second and third tests in St. George and Kingston respectively.

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