West Indies is all set to take on England in their next encounter of the ongoing series. England vs West Indies 2nd Test is scheduled to commence on Thursday, July 18. Trent Bridge will host the next clash.
West Indies gave a horrible performance in the last game; losing the match by an innings and 114 runs. Now, the Kraigg Brathwaite needs to motivate his boys to come up with an exciting show in the next clash.
Kraigg Brathwaite will be leading the side once again as they look for a way back into the series. Shamar Joseph, who had pulled out mid-way during the first Test, seems to have shaken off an injury concerns and will be in the playing XI for the match in Trent Bridge.
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West Indies Playing 11 vs England – 2nd Test West Indies tour of England 2024
Kraigg Brathwaite (C)
Kraigg Brathwaite is the captain of West Indies in the Test series and will lead the side in the match. He got out cheaply for 6 in the last match but will aim for a fantastic show in the next game.
Mikyle Louis
Although Mikyle Louis could only add 27 runs in the last match and failed to come up with a big knock, he ended up as the leading run-getter in the innings for his team.
Kirk McKenzie
Kirk McKenzie showed good form in the previous Australia series but got out cheaply for 1 run in the ENG vs WI 1st Test. The left-handed batter will aim for a better show in the next game.
Alick Athanaze
Alick Athanaze is another young batter who has impressed after his debut for England in the longest format. He slammed 23 runs in the last match and will aim for a better knock.
Kavem Hodge
Kavem Hodge added a decent knock of 24 runs in the last match but was helpless against the lethal pace attack by England’s side. The left-handed batsman will look to add more runs in the 2nd Test.
Joshua Da Silva (WK)
Joshua Da Silva will be the wicketkeeper for West Indies in the next game. The right-handed batter is the best man to keep the stumps and visitors don’t have many options.
Jason Holder
Jason Holder got out for a duck in the 1st Test but made a comeback with his 2 wickets while bowling. Holder is a former skipper and the most experienced member and needs to drive the team with his guidance. With his ability to both ball and bat, he is an outstanding all-rounder for the team.
Gudakesh Motie
Gudakesh Motie got 2 wickets in the last match and did a good job while bowling. The left-arm off-spinner is the most crucial member of the side.
Alzarri Joseph
Alzarri Joseph got 1 wicket in the last match but emerged too costly by giving away 100+ runs in the clash. He is an experienced pacer and would look to make a comeback in the next game.
Shamar Joseph
Shamar Joseph failed to get any wickets in the last match but since West Indies played their best 11 in the last match, Joseph will get another chance.
Jayden Seales
Jayden Seales bowled a wonderful spell in the previous game and grabbed a 4-wicket haul in the 2nd innings to stun the hosts. He will be back to the side after his wonderful show.