WI vs BAN: Keemo Paul ruled out of ODI series against Bangladesh, Romario Shepherd named replacement

Fast bowler Keemo Paul tested positive for Covid-19 on Sunday and has been replaced by Romario Shepherd, who was a reserve in the squad in the 13-member squad to face Bangladesh in the three-match One-Day International Series.

Shepherd was originally a reserve but will now replace Keemo Paul, who tested positive for COVID-19 and is therefore unavailable. Odean Smith has been added as the reserve.

Romario Shepherd Played recent concluded T20 Series against Bangladesh and he was a leading wicket-taker with 6 wickets including a career-best 3-21 in the first T20I at Windsor Park, Dominica.

West Indies ODI squad: Nicholas Pooran (captain), Shai Hope (vice-captain), Shamarh Brooks, Keacy Carty, Akeal Hosein, Alzarri Joseph, Brandon King, Kyle Mayers, Gudakesh Motie, Anderson Phillip, Rovman Powell, Jayden Seales, Romario Shepherd.

Reserve: Odean Smith

The CG United ODI Series is due to bowl off on Sunday. First ball is 9:30am (8:30am Jamaica Time).

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