The West Indies dropped Alzarri Joseph from the October test series against India after medical scans revealed that his lower back problem had returned. Cricket West Indies announced the fast bowler experienced discomfort, revealing deterioration of a previously treated spinal condition. Jason Holder could not serve as a replacement because of scheduled medical treatment.
Jediah Blades joined the squad as backup following the completion of matches against Nepal. The two-test series marks the Caribbean team's first tour to India in seven years and is scheduled to begin on October 2 in Ahmedabad.
Jediah Blades joined the squad as backup following the completion of matches against Nepal. The two-test series marks the Caribbean team's first tour to India in seven years and is scheduled to begin on October 2 in Ahmedabad.
