West Indies head coach Daren Sammy is optimistic about Test captain Roston Chase’s recovery from a finger injury in time for the opening Test against Pakistan on July 25. Chase missed the recent ODI series due to a right index finger injury, but Sammy believes he will be fit for the upcoming Test match.
Sammy mentioned that Chase, despite some swelling, is determined not to miss any Test cricket and is working with the team physio to ensure his availability. The two-match Test series is crucial for both teams in the ongoing ICC World Test Championship cycle, with West Indies aiming to improve their standing.
The upcoming Test series holds significance as West Indies, currently eighth in the WTC standings, faces Pakistan, who are at the bottom of the table. The West Indies team will be looking to bounce back from their ODI series defeat against New Zealand and perform well in the Test matches.
The first Test will take place at the Brian Lara Cricket Academy, marking the venue’s first international Test match. The second Test is scheduled for August 2-6 at the Queen’s Park Oval in Trinidad and Tobago. Chase’s presence as a key spin-bowling all-rounder and captain will be vital for West Indies to secure essential WTC points.
