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West Indies coach Phil Simmons has confirmed he is in a much clearer position over the status of high profile players Dwayne Bravo, Chris Gayle, Kieron Pollard, Sunil Narine, Lendl Simmons and Andre Russell, regarding their availability to play Test cricket and other formats for the Caribbean side going forward.

Simmons was giving an update on his talks with the aforementioned players after revealing exclusively to Newsday his plans to do so in May.
Since Simmons made that revelation, players such as Bravo and Simmons’ nephew Lendl have confirmed in the media that they don’t want to play Tests because of the pay structure in the new MOU/ CBA that was signed by the West Indies Cricket Board (WICB) and West Indies Players Association (WIPA). Russell also stated he can’t play the longer format because of a persistent knee problem.

“I have had good discussions speaking with all the players. Yes, Bravo and Lendl said they don’t want to play Tests for reasons you mentioned, but I’m happy that they were honest about that,” said Simmons.

News from Bim, the team to SL has been selected and Warrican is in the squad.
Will they be taking Permaul and Warrican, along with Bishoo?

In reply to openning

Oh lawd!!! Me done see dat name will cause some fun here. If he doan do well he will be referred to as Warricant

In reply to Kay

It is a strange selection, having Permaul, Benn and Miller still competing at the regional level.

A strong Bim = a strong West Indies team. Bring 'em on! Can't wait!

was narine ever ready for test?

In reply to matchstick

face him and tell we nuh

Wise move from Narine. Prolong that career and keep on getting those cheques.

In reply to Commie

IPL still want Narine?