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Why is Ackeem Auguste in the WI ODI squad?

Tue, Jun 2, '26 at 1:42 PM

He has played 4 ODI’s averaging 14

He’s played 28 List A matches averaging 23.72

His alleged claim to fame is in T20 cricket. Let’s say his skills……at his age and inexperience are transferable to other formats.

He didn’t make the T20 World Cup team due to injury.

He played in the recent 4 day regional tournament and failed spectacularly.

So on what basis is he selected for a WI ODI preparation camp, far less for the final squad of 15?

Tue, Jun 2, '26 at 2:00 PM

He was picked on potential, he made two nineties in the f/c tournament that just ended,

Tue, Jun 2, '26 at 2:17 PM

@imusic

Because he’s St. Lucian duhhh 🙃

Seriously who would you prefer?

The best option WI have is Evin Lewis but we don’t know if he’s off the radar, retired or still building his house 🙄

Akeem is at least young and a modern white ball player in that he can go at a decent strike rate so I actually don’t see an issue with him!!!