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TRINIDAD: West Indies have suffered a setback ahead of their three-match ODI series against Pakistan as fast bowler Matthew Forde has been ruled out due to a shoulder injury.
The series will begin later today at the Brian Lara Cricket Academy in Tarouba. Notably, all three matches in the series will be played at the same venue, with the second and third fixtures scheduled for August 10 and 12, respectively.
Cricket West Indies (CWI) confirmed via its official social media channels that Matthew Forde dislocated his left shoulder while attempting a catch during Wednesday’s training session.
Uncapped academy pacer Johann Layne has been named as his replacement for the series.
Layne will join Jayden Seales, Shamar Joseph, Romario Shepherd, and Jediah Blades in West Indies’ pace attack, with Gudakesh Motie as the side’s frontline wrist-spinner.
The hosts head into the ODIs after losing the T20I series 2-1 to Pakistan in Lauderhill.
In ODI history between the two sides, West Indies hold a narrow edge, having won 71 of the 137 matches played. Pakistan have claimed 63 victories, while three games ended without a result.
West Indies’ updated squad for Pakistan ODIs
Shai Hope (c), Jewel Andrew, Jediah Blades, Keacy Carty, Roston Chase, Johann Layne, Justin Greaves, Amir Jangoo, Shamar Joseph, Brandon King, Evin Lewis, Gudakesh Motie, Sherfane Rutherford, Jayden Seales, Romario Shepherd.
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