Mali Richards in UWI Vice Chancellor's XI

Tue, May 28, '02

Mali Richards, the heralded son of former West Indies batting maestro Viv Richards, has been named in University of the West Indies (UWI) Vice Chancellor's XI to play against the visiting New Zealand team next month.

The 18-year-old England-born left-hander was named in the team that also includes hot prospects Devon Smith and Tino Best. The Vice Chancellor's XI will be captained by world record-holder Courtney Walsh and also includes former West Indies openers Gordon Greenidge and Desmond Haynes.

Courtney Walsh (Captain)
Gordon Greenidge
Desmond Haynes
Devon Smith
Mali Richards
Ricardo Powell
Tino Best
Nixon McLean
Gareth Breese
(The final two spots to be taken by two UWI cricketers -- including the wicket keeper)

The team will play against New Zealand at Sabina Park in Jamaica on June 3rd. Click here for a full itinerary of the New Zealand tour.