The West Indies Test squad preparing to face Pakistan will see some of its Barbados players step away briefly from the series preparations.
Key Players Leading the Contingent
Roston Chase and Jomel Warrican have been named to lead the Barbadian contingent attending the state funeral of Sir Garry Sobers.
This group consists of Barbados cricketers who are currently part of the West Indies squad for the Test series against Pakistan.
Travel Arrangements from Trinidad
The players are scheduled to fly from Trinidad to attend the funeral.
The move allows the Barbados representatives in the West Indies squad to pay their respects while the team remains based in Trinidad ahead of the upcoming Test matches.
- Barbados players involved: those selected in the West Indies Test squad vs Pakistan
- Leaders of the contingent: Roston Chase and Jomel Warrican
- Departure point: Trinidad
- Event: state funeral of Sir Garry Sobers
The arrangement ensures the Barbadian players can participate in the official farewell while maintaining their commitments with the national side.
The Barbados cricketers, part of West Indies’ Test squad against Pakistan, would fly from Trinidad to attend the funeral.
This development highlights the respect within the West Indies setup for the Barbadian contingent during an important team gathering in Trinidad.
The focus remains on balancing team duties with the opportunity for these players to join the state funeral proceedings.