debut: 3/5/03 7:00 PM
9,995 runs
FOR TRINIDADIAN spinner Khary Pierre, the dream that began in his childhood living room, watching West Indies legends like Brian Lara, has finally become a reality.
After a dominant domestic season, the left-arm spinner has received his first call-up to the West Indies Test squad, and for him, the emotion is almost beyond words.
“It’s a great honour, a privilege to represent the West Indies. It’s something I dreamt of when I was young, watching Test cricket. I was really happy. Words can’t explain how I felt at that moment.”
Despite not coming through the youth ranks, Pierre’s hard work and determination over the years are finally bearing fruit.
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