HEADLINE: Brathwaite backs new Test skipper Chase

Former West Indies Test captain Kraigg Brathwaite has called on the region to throw its full support behind his successor Roston Chase, as he embarks on what he has described as a difficult task.

Chase was officially announced by Cricket West Indies (CWI) as the Windies’ new Test captain on Friday, becoming the 10th Barbadian to lead the regional side.

His first series in charge will be a difficult one, with the West Indies set to host the number-one ranked Australia in a three-match Test series beginning June 25.

Brathwaite, who led the Test team for four years after taking over in March 2021, resigned suddenly on March 31.

In a statement posted on social media, Brathwaite congratulated his fellow Barbadian on his promotion, saying he believed he would be a great leader.

“I want to extend my heartfelt congratulations to Roston Chase on his appointment as the new West Indies Test captain.

“Wearing the maroon and leading this proud team in the longest format of the game is no easy task – I know that better than most,” Brathwaite said.

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In reply to CaribbeanCricket.com

As a West Indian I will support any captain or player picked regardless of nationality. However, after listening to Brathwaite I ask myself why was Chase dropped and buried under the captaincy of Brathwaite 2 years ago? Wasn’t his potential and skills seen or was he seen as a threat to Brathwaite? I think Chase might be an okay captain but after dropping him for 2 years and to bring him back at age 33 and appoint him as captain, with an average of 26 in 49 tests and 34 in first class after 104 games tell me that we are in poor shape with no vision for the future. In fact it’s even worse when Warrican is appointed as vice captain

Point is , with an average of 26 after 49 tests at age 33, if Chase doesn’t improve his record he will soon be dropped. But see who is our vice captain, Warrican who is not a regular player

In reply to CaribbeanCricket.com

now we'll never get rid of him

I am shocked at this revelation bt Kraigg .....

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