Jason Holder returns as West Indies announces their ODI squad against India

West Indies Cricket announced their ODI squad as all-rounder Jason Holder makes a comeback to the team. The three-match ODI series is starting on July 22. Holder had been rested for the recently-concluded series against Bangladesh in Guyana, which West Indies lost 3-0.

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Fast bowler Anderson Phillip and bowling all-rounder Romario Shepherd were not included in the squad after going wicketless against Bangladesh. Phillip played only one match in the series, while Shepherd played all three games.

"As we all know, Jason is one of the leading all-round cricketers in the world and we're happy to have him back in the team. He will be refreshed, re-energized, and ready to go and we can expect to see his brilliance on the field as well as meaningful contributions off the field as well."

West Indies chief selector Desmond Haynes said

"We had a very challenging three matches against Bangladesh in Guyana so we will be looking to rebound when we face India in the conditions in Trinidad. We have seen some growth among some players, but overall we need to regroup and play better against the Indians."

West Indies have been in woeful ODI form this year, winning just four out of 15 games. Three of those wins came against the Netherlands and one against Ireland, and they are currently on a six-game losing streak.

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Meanwhile, India is coming off a successful tour of England, where they won the ODI series 2-1. Although they will be without key players such as Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Jasprit Bumrah, Hardik Pandya, and Rishabh Pant, all of whom have been rested for the series in the Caribbean.

Shikhar Dhawan is India's stand-in captain for the three ODIs, which be played on July 22, 24, and 27 at Queen's Park Oval in Trinidad.

West Indies ODI squad:

Nicholas Pooran (C)
Shai Hope (vc)
Shamarh Brooks
Keacy Carty
Jason Holder
Akeal Hosein
Alzarri Joseph
Brandon King
Kyle Mayers
Gudakesh Motie
Keemo Paul
Rovman Powell
Jayden Seales