Basseterre, St Kitts – Kraigg Brathwaite became the fifth youngest West Indian to play Test cricket when he made his debut in the 2nd Digicel Test against Pakistan on Friday at Warner Park.
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The brillsomeness of Chris Gayle
I wanted to write about something else – perhaps the delightful fact that Jacob Martin will now lend his cover-driving skills to the Tihar Jail cricket team, or that charming exchange of pleasantries between SK Warne and that Dixit fellow – but this column ended up being about Chris Gayle. Why? Because Chris Gayle is unstoppable.
Kraigg Brathwaite set for Windies Test debut
Eighteen year old Barbadian opener Kraigg Brathwaite has been named in the West Indies squad for the Second Digicel Test against Pakistan at Warner Park starting tomorrow.
Brathwaite has replaced left handed Grenadian opener Devon Smith as the only change in the squad. </p
Jennifer Nero appointed first female WICB Director
WICB PRESS RELEASE– The West Indies Cricket Board has created history by appointing Mrs. Jennifer Nero as the first female to the Board of Directors.
Some questions for Professor Beckles
by MICHAEL HALL (WIPA Director)
The statements made by Professor Hilary Beckles which have generated so much debate have already been disseminated so widely that they bear no repetition in this commentary.
The West Indies Players' Association (WIPA) has, correctly in my view, made public its position on the professor’s comments by releasing to the media, letters which it sent to the Vice Chancellor of the UWI, the Chairman of CARICOM and the President of the WICB, all on May 10th, 2011. </p
Tickets for Windies v India Series on sale now
WICB PRESS RELEASE – The much sought after tickets for the West Indies v India Series 2011 are now on sale in Trinidad, Antigua and Jamaica.
Tickets sales commenced today, Monday May 16th, as fans have been eagerly awaiting the opportunity to secure their chance to see the Windies and World Cup champions India in action.
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Special first Test win for Windies players
WICB PRESS RELEASE – Sunday’s win in the First Digicel Test was special for the members of the West Indies team, but especially “sweet” for some of the younger players who were tasting victory in a Test the first time.
 
Windies end two year wait for test win
PROVIDENCE, Guyana, May 15 (Reuters) – Captain Darren Sammy led his team to their first test win in more than two years on Sunday, taking five wickets as West Indies beat Pakistan by 40 runs after lunch on the fourth day.
Bishoo puts Windes ahead on bowlers’ day
Thirteen wickets went down on an action-packed second day at Providence which ended with West Indies ahead on a crumbling track. Legspinner Devendra Bishoo added to his burgeoning reputation with a probing debut spell that befuddled Pakistan's batsmen, giving West Indies a handy, and unexpected, first-innings lead.ESPNcricinfo has the full story
Free 5th day tickets for all fans
WICB PRESS RELEASE –Tickets for the fifth day of the First and Second Digicel Tests West Indies v Pakistan will be free for all fans.
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WICB provides details on Gayle/Taylor injury management
WICB STATEMENT: Following widely reported public comments from Chris Gayle and Jerome Taylor pertaining to injuries sustained by them and their treatment and care, the WICB reviewed all systems and protocols pertaining to injury management of players.
Following the internal review the WICB is satisfied that its medical personnel acted with the highest levels of professionalism and integrity in the treatment and care offered to Chris and Jerome. </p
Dont worry about a thing
commentary by CHRISTINE CUMMINGS
Professor Hilary Beckles recently a delivered the annual Frank Worrell memorial Lecture – “Frank Worrell: The Rise & Fall of West Indies Cricket”. More than a few persons have asked for my reaction to his image of Chris Gayle as ‘the don’, and his unfortunate analogy with the use of the words ‘don, don-man-ship and the don who was extradited to the United States to stand trial for criminal wrongdoing, Christopher Dudus Coke. </p
WICB: Beckles spoke in his private capacity
The West Indies Cricket Board (WICB) says UWI Professor Hilary Beckles was speaking in his private capacity when he made controversial remarks comparing Chris Gayle to a Jamaican "don" and claiming the board was trying to get rid of that mentality from the senior team.
West Indies India tour dates and times
The West Indies Cricket Board (WICB) has released a chart to outline the start times for the various matches in the India tour of the West Indies starting June 4.
Chanderpaul, Edwards back in Windiest Test squad
The WICB Selection Committee has named the following 13 players in the West Indies squad for the First Digicel Test:
WIPA condemns statement by Beckles, calls for expulsion from WICB
The following is a statement from the West Indies Players' Association:
The West Indies Players Association has written to the Chancellor and Vice Chancellor of the University of the West Indies (UWI) condemning remarks made by West Indies Cricket Board (WICB) Director and Principal of the UWI’s Cave Hill Campus, Sir Hilary Beckles, in which he unfairly compares former West Indies Captain, Christopher Gayle to Christopher “Dudus” Coke.
WIPA has asked for an investigation by the UWI since Beckles holds a most senior position at that institution and is involved with several cricket-related activities within the UWI including considerable responsibility for the High-Performance Centre and the Combined Campuses and Colleges Cricket team. </p
WIPA condemns statement by Beckles, calls for expulsion from WICB
West Indies squad for First Digicel Test announced
Georgetown, Guyana – The WICB Selection Committee has named the following 13 players in the West Indies squad for the First Digicel Test:
1. Darren Sammy – Captain
2. Brendan Nash – Vice Captain
3. Devendra Bishoo
4. Carlton Baugh Jr – Wicketkeeper
5. Darren Bravo
6. Shiv Chanderpaul
7. Fidel Edwards
8. Ravi Rampaul
9. Kemar Roach
10. Marlon Samuels
11. Ramnaresh Sarwan
12. Lendl Simmons
13. Devon Smith
Opener Kraigg Brathwaite who was invited to participate in the two day match will remain in Guyana to work with Batting Consultant Desmond Haynes during the period of the First Digicel Test.
All rounder Andre Russell, who was also involved in the two day match will return to Jamaica.
The West Indies Team will have full training sessions on Tuesday and Wednesday at the Guyana National Stadium in preparation for the First Digicel Test which bowls off on Thursday at 10 am (9 am Jamaica Time).
On Tuesday at 11:30am Chairman of Selectors Clyde Butts will host a media conference at the Guyana National Stadium Press Conference Room.
On Wednesday at 11am Captain Darren Sammy will host a pre-match press conference at the Guyana National Stadium Press Conference Room.
Beckles’ History Lesson Falls Short
commentary by JIMMY ADAMS
I have had the opportunity to listen to Professor Hilary Beckles’ speech made at a function in St Kitts and to hear a few sound-bites that he contributed to the documentary “Fire in Babylon.” I am of the opinion that the esteemed professor, for whatever reason, has not fully explored some of the fundamental issues affecting our game. In the following commentary, I seek to highlight one area in which Mr Beckles could have spent a bit more time reviewing, as he and others search for answers to some of the issues affecting our beloved game. </p
Chanderpaul invited for practice match
Shivnarine Chanderpaul has been named in a group of 15 players who will play a two-day practice game at the Demerara Cricket Ground in Georgetown on May 8 and 9, ahead of West Indies' Test series against Pakistan.
ESPNcricinfo has the story
In defense of Shiv Chanderpaul
Shivnarine Chanderpaul’s recent quarrel with Dr Hilaire, the inexperienced CEO of the WICB and the de facto leader of West Indies cricket, is very troubling. Equally troubling are Chanderpaul’s comments about management of West Indies cricket in general.
Chanderpaul to be named in Test squad
ESPNcricinfo has reported that the tension between Shivnarine Chanderpaul and the WICB appears to have eased slightly, with the batsman set to play in the Test series against Pakistan starting next week. The West Indies side for the first Test has not been officially released, but ESPNcricinfo has learnt from a reliable source that the squad includes Chanderpaul, who was axed for the one-day series that concludes in Guyana on Thursday.
Unchanged squad for the 5th Digicel ODI
WICB PRESS RERELEASE – The WICB Selection Committee has named an unchanged West Indies 13 man squad for the 5th and final Digicel One Day International against Pakistan at the Guyana National Stadium on Thursday.
Pakistan lead the 5 match Digicel Series 3-1.
West Indies squad for 5th Digicel ODI: Darren Sammy (Captain), Dwayne Bravo (Vice Captain), Carlton Baugh, Devendra Bishoo, Darren Bravo, Kirk Edwards, Anthony Martin, Ravi Rampaul, Kemar Roach, Andre Russell, Ramnaresh Sarwan, Marlon Samuels, Lendl Simmons
Andy Roberts: Hunte, Hilaire should resign immediately
West Indies bowling legend Andy Roberts has called on president of the West Indies Cricket Board (WICB), Julian Hunte and Chief Executive Officer, Dr Ernest Hilaire to resign if cricket in the Caribbean is to move forward. </p
Sarwan replaces Smith for 4th Digicel ODI
Bridgetown, Barbados – The WICB Selection Committee has announced one change to the West Indies 13 man squad for the 4th Digicel One Day International against Pakistan.</p
Chanderpaul: I am my own man
The following is a letter from West Indies batsman Shiv Chanderpaul to the chief executive officer of the West Indies Cricket Board (WICB):
This is to acknowledge receipt of your response, dated April 28, 2011 to my letter of April 27, 2011 in which I drew to your attention certain remarks you made, which were reported on the ESPN website cricinfo.com.
Those remarks conveyed the impression to right-minded persons that I was among the cricketers you considered ill-disciplined, that I did not apply myself to my job, that I thought I was a superstar, and where you generally belittled and dismissed my significant contributions to West Indies Cricket over the past 15 years. As you should appreciate these comments are not only capable of impugning my reputation but, when combined with your subsequent comments, are inconsistent , raise more questions and require proper explanation by you. </p
WICB responds to Shiv Chanderpaul letter
The WICB confirms that it has received an unsigned letter from WIPA sent on behalf of Shivnarine Chanderpaul.</p
Chanderpaul questions WICB CEO’s comments
Former West Indies captain Shivnarine Chanderpaul has demanded an explanation from WICB chief Ernest Hilaire regarding the comments he made regarding the lack of discipline and application in the team, leading up to its massive post World Cup overhaul. In a strongly-worded letter addressed to Hilaire, Chanderpaul questioned whether the comments were directed at him. Read the full story.
Hooper goes to bat for Gayle
Former West Indies star Carl Hooper has gone in to bat for axed master blaster Chris Gayle.
Hooper savaged the decision to dump former skippers Gayle, Shiv Chanderpaul and Ramnaresh Sarwan for the limited series against Pakistan.
Hooper noted the familiar pattern of sackings after the West Indies failed at a major tournament, this time a quarter-final exit against Pakistan at the one-day World Cup on the subcontinent.
Making Barbados cricket strong again
Following is the speech by president of the Barbados Cricket Association (BCA) Joel Garner at the BCA awards ceremony for 2010 at the Lloyd Erskine Sandiford Centre on Saturday night, April 23.
After 15 years of dominance, West Indies cricket found itself in a difficult position as some of the greatest players of all time exited the international stage over a three-year period. Players of the calibre of Sir Vivian Richards, Malcolm Marshall, Gordon Greenidge, Jeffrey Dujon and Desmond Haynes left a void in our cricket that we have not yet filled. </p
WIPA replies to WICB
WIPA PRESS RELEASE:The WICB Chief Executive Officer, Ernest Hilaire, has given several interviews recently outlining a strategy he obviously champions that is supposed to materialize in 2015. </p
WICB CEO discusses Gayle, future of WI cricket
West Indies Cricket Board CEO Ernest Hilaire was interviewed on the Line & Length Network today during the Second Digicel ODI between West Indies and Pakistan at the Beausejour Cricket Grounds.
Following are excerpts from the interview. </p
Cricket World names Bishoo Player of the Week
West Indies leg-spinner Devendra Bishoo has been named as the Cricket World® Player Of The Week after he took six wickets in two matches against Pakistan.
Sir Garry remembers Gerry Alexander
WICB PRESS RELEASE: West Indies cricket legend Sir Garfield Sobers has spoken about what a “wonderful man” Gerry Alexander was and what a thrill it was to play alongside him in the West Indies cricket team. Alexander, the former West Indies wicket-keeper, captain and team manager, died in his native Jamaica last weekend. He was 82.</p
WICB: Gayle makes himself unavailable for Pakistan Series
WICB PRESS RELEASE – Opening batsman Chris Gayle has informed the Board that he will not make himself available to play in the Pakistan leg of the Digicel Series and that he prefers to play in the Indian Premier League instead. Gayle informed the WICB that he had received an offer to participate in the IPL and applied to the WICB for a No Objection Certificate to cover the entire duration of the IPL which clashes with the Pakistan leg of the Digicel Series. </p
Why are Windies dropping their old guard?
In an ESPN Cricinfo column, Vaneisa Baksh writes: "No matter how repeatedly the WICB has referred to its selection policy to defend its choices (in the interests of fairness and transparency, wouldn't it be wonderful to find such a policy, say, on its website?) it has not convinced anyone that decisions were made solely to develop West Indies cricket, either to win the 2015 World Cup – such a politician's goal and time frame! – or to have a solid team in five to 10 years."
Gayle signs with Royal Challengers Bangalore in IPL
Former West Indies skipper and hard-hitting opener Chris Gayle has been roped in by the Royal Challengers Bangalore as a replacement for left-arm paceman Dirk Nannes who has been ruled out of the remainder of season four of the Indian Premier League due to a side strain. </p
Haynes named ‘batting consultant’ for home series
The WICB announced that legendary former opening batsman Desmond Haynes has joined the West Indies team as Batting Consultant for the Digicel Series 2011. Haynes, an outstanding opener in his playing days, will be working with the West Indies senior team batsmen under Head Coach Ottis Gibson. </p
WICB pays tribute to Alexander
St John’s, Antigua – The West Indies Cricket Board has paid tribute to former captain and wicket-keeper Franz Copeland Murray “Gerry” Alexander, who died on Saturday in his native Jamaica. He was 82.</p
Gayle off to IPL
Jamaican opening batsman Chris Gayle has been spotted at the Norman Manley International airport in Jamaica en route to India to play in the IPL 2011.
Gayle, who was recently dropped by the WICB, was snapped up by an IPL team immediately after his omission from the West Indies squad was publicly known.
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Former Windies captain Gerry Alexander dies at 82
FRANZ 'Gerry' Alexander, a former West Indies captain and wicketkeeper and one of the stars of the 1960-61 tour of Australia, including the famous tied Test, died yesterday at his home in Kingston.
read more in the Jamaica Observer
WIPA questions selection process
The following is a press release from the West Indies Players Association.
On Friday, September 25, 2009, before he became CEO of the West Indies Cricket Board (WICB) Ernest Hilaire stated that Chris Gayle’s captaincy of the West Indies Cricket Team was not guaranteed. This was despite high praise from former West Indies Captain, Clive Lloyd, and other former greats, including Sir Garry Sobers, who described Gayle as a natural leader.
Subsequently, the West Indies Players Association (WIPA) made the point that Hilaire had not yet assumed the office of CEO and but had made statements that some might consider inappropriate and disturbing.<br /
Jimmy Adams opts not to renew contract with Jamaica
via media statement:
Former West Indies Captain Jimmy Adams has opted not to renew his contract as Technical Director with the Jamaica Cricket Association (JCA) which expired at the end of March 2011. Adams, who has worked with the JCA since December 2008, had indicated his intentions not to renew his contract to the organisation in January 2011
"It has been my pleasure to work with the JCA for the past 2 1/2 years, and contribute to the growth and development of Jamaica cricket," said Adams. "I leave my post with wonderful memories, confident that cricket in Jamaica will continue to thrive and make its indelible mark on both the regional and international stage."
‘No player has been permanently axed’
WICB CEO Ernest Hilaire said that while the Board has a policy of exposing more players to international cricket, there has been no move to axe any player permanently from playing for the West Indies.
“The selectors have a Selection Policy and are moving forward and building a broad pool of international players. The first action is to expose more players. And that does not mean that the WICB is abandoning older players,” Hilaire said as he participated in an exclusive interview with regional commentator Andrew Mason for the Mason and Guest radio show on the Starcomm Network.
Windies ODI team: Gayle, Chanders, Sarwan dropped
Antiguan leg spinner Anthony Martin is the only uncapped player named in the West Indies One Day International squad for the First and Second Digicel ODIs against Pakistan in St Lucia.
Dwayne Bravo has recovered from the knee injury he sustained in the Cricket World Cup and returns to the squad. The livewire Trinidadian all rounder has also been named Vice Captain to Darren Sammy. </p
Kraigg Brathwaite appointed captain of West Indies Under 19
St John’s, Antigua – Barbadian First Class batsman Kraigg Brathwaite will lead the West Indies Under 19 team on a tour to the United Arab Emirates to play against Australia Under 19.</p
Heineken, RBTT turn down WICB T20 sponsorship
The new WICBExpose.com site has published another WICB document that shows the board's ongoing struggle to secure sponsorship for regional cricket tournaments.
According to the document (PDF), plans for a Calypso Cup T20 tournament involving teams from England and India fell apart because of disinterest from Sky Sports and the board's failure to close the deal with Heineken and RBTT. </p
Gibson: Gayle is not student of the game
WICB Expose has posted minutes of a WICB meeting (PDF) in July of last year, in which Ottis Gibson made a report to the board following the 2010 ICC World Twenty20. The report shows Gibson as highly critical of then captain Chris Gayle, noting that Gayle "was not a natural leader" and "is not a student of the game and lacks tactical awareness on the field".
Gibson's report states further that there is "no evidence of leadership qualities among the senior players" and proposes that in the future the board should "select team on character".
Jamaica claim fourth successive title
Jamaica made it four four-day Regional Championships in a row with a comfortable 8-wicket win over Combined Colleges & Campuses inside two days at the Three Ws Oval in Bridgetown.
Rumours and Reports about Sarwan – False
Port-of-Spain, Trinidad & Tobago – 9th April, 2011: Recent rumours circulating that Ramnaresh Sarwan was under investigation by the ICC for match-fixing are false.
WIPA President and CEO, Mr. Dinanath Ramnarine, having spoken with ICC officials, confirms that any such rumours or reports are completely baseless and untrue.</p
WICB appeals to media to seek credible sources of information
St John’s, Antigua – The WICB has become aware that reputable media organizations have published and broadcast a story about Ramnaresh Sarwan which did not emanate either from the WICB or from the ICC and can only be sourced to an anonymous blog.
Any and all issues relating to anti-corruption in international cricket are managed by the ICC Anti Corruption and Security Unit, which briefs players directly and informs the players’ Board as necessary on the status of any investigations.
The Board will continue to maintain its practice of not responding to accusations, stories, rumours and mischief as it pertains to any anti-corruption issue relating to any player.
The WICB views rumour mongering on anti-corruption or on any cricket related matter as irresponsible and reprehensible.
The WICB appeals to established and reputable media organizations to maintain professionalism in the execution of their mandate and to seek credible sources of information.
The West Indies Cricket Board re-iterates its zero tolerance policy towards anti-corruption in all forms of cricket. </p
WICB appeals to media to seek credible sources of information