The Independent Voice of West Indies Cricket

Hope lives on for West Indies

Wed, May 13, '15

by ANDRE BAPTISE

Commentary

As many in the Caribbean smile again, given the victory of the West Indies over England in the third Test, we need to be cognizant of the need to improve our cricket. We have all witnessed in the past, moments where West Indian cricket has threatened to become consistent, only to have to retreat to our corners, as the team instead goes backwards. Whether it is a mindset or just the shortcomings of a people easy to accumulate short-term gratification, at the expense of longevity, it is an area of concern that needs addressing.


And while there is absolutely no doubt in my mind that the appointment and the role of Phil Simmons as coach has made a big difference to the motivation and drive of the players, he will not be able to maintain any sort of momentum with this team, without some necessary changes. 

 

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