Cricket West Indies (CWI) has announced its 16-member squad for the much anticipated three (3)-Match home Test Series against Australia, which begins on Wednesday June 25th at Kensington Oval in Barbados for the coveted Sir Frank Worrell Trophy.
With this series signaling the critical start of the 2025-2027 ICC Test Championship Cycle, several changes have been made to the squad that last featured in the drawn series against Pakistan earlier this year.
CWI Director of Cricket, Miles Bascombe expressed that selections were made in line with the team’s commitment to building a bold, execution-driven identity in Test cricket, with consistency in batting output and a dynamic bowling attack being key in the overall assessment.
John Campbell returns to the squad, bolstering the options at the top of the order. After a prolific domestic season inclusive of three centuries, backing up a strong showing in the 2023-2024 season, Kevlon Anderson earns a maiden call up; while on the back of his recent ODI form, Keacy Carty earns a recall to the squad, with ODI Vice-captain Brandon King securing a first-time inclusion. In conjunction with the return of limited overs captain Shai Hope, these selections are intended to fortify a battling line-up that is expected to sustain pressure on the opposing attack.
Head Coach Daren Sammy praised the work of the selection group to identify the players needed to start the new test cycle.
“We analyzed what the top teams in the world are doing and what is needed for us to bridge the gap. We have identified a direction, along with the group of players and resources to give us the best advantage as we seek to take the team up ladder and challenge the best in the world.” Sammy added.
“I’m excited about the inclusion of young prospect Kevlon Anderson, who comes in after solid seasons in our domestic competitions to help provide stability in the top order, while the return of Shai Hope is welcomed given his consistency in white ball cricket.” Sammy said. “Brandon King’s inclusion fits a role we have identified that needs special focus to take our team to those closer to the top of the rankings.”
Jayden Seales, Alzarri Joseph, and Shamar Joseph headline the fast-bowling attack. Additionally, Johann Layne, a 21-year-old product of the West Indies Academy, who claimed 63 first-class wickets in 17 matches, along with Anderson Phillip, who recently captured a 5-wicket haul for West Indies A against South Africa A, have being called up to provide reinforcement. Spin responsibilities will be handled by Captain, Roston Chase and Vice-Captain, Jomel Warrican.
Despite being under consideration, veteran pacer Kemar Roach has not been included and has been duly informed.
West Indies Test Squad for Series Against Australia:
Roston Chase (Captain)
Jomel Warrican (Vice Captain)
Kevlon Anderson
Kraigg Brathwaite
John Campbell
Keacy Carty
Justin Greaves
Shai Hope
Tevin Imlach
Alzarri Joseph
Shamar Joseph
Brandon King
Johann Layne
Mikyle Louis
Anderson Phillip
Jayden Seales
Team Manager Unit:
Head Coach: Daren Sammy
Assistant Coach (Batting): Floyd Reifer
Assistant Coach (Bowling): Ravi Rampaul
Assistant Coach (Fielding): Rayon Griffith
Team Manager: Rawl Lewis
Physiotherapist: Dr. Denis Byam
Strength & Conditioning Coach: Ronald Rogers
Massage Therapist: Darc Browne
Team Analyst: Avenesh Seetaram
Content& Media Officer: Jerome Foster
FULL MATCH SCHEDULE
1st Test: 25-29 June 2025 @ Kensington Oval, Barbados
2nd Test: 3-7 July 2025 @ National Stadium, Grenada
3rd Test: 12-16 July 2025 @ Sabina Park, Jamaica DAY/NIGHT