“Have to beat India”: Daren Sammy eyes first sequence win in 24 years

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West Indies have endured a troublesome period in ODI cricket and can face a robust Indian aspect in acquainted house situations. For Darenn Sammy, nevertheless, the sequence presents extra than simply an opportunity to problem India. It’s going to also give his players an opportunity to assess their progress before the ODI World Cup qualifiers.

India last misplaced house ODI sequence against West Indies in 2002/03 season

The last time West Indies received an ODI sequence in India was within the 2002-03 season. The seven-match contest went all the way down to the ultimate game, with the visitors securing a 135-run victory within the decider to take the sequence 4-3.

Marlon Samuels played a key function in that final match with a century as West Indies completed a sequence win that continues to be their most up-to-date bilateral ODI success in India.

The general numbers show how carefully contested the rivalry has been. West Indies and India have played 142 ODIs against one another, with India successful 72 and West Indies taking 64 victories. Two matches have ended in a tie, whereas four produced no outcome.

In India, West Indies have played 61 ODIs, successful 28 and shedding 32, with one match ending in a tie. The visitors will now look to enhance that record and obtain a outcome they have not managed since 2002-03.

“It’s been 24 years, we’ve not received a sequence here in India” – Daren Sammy

Daren Sammy acknowledged the significance of the wait however said his primary focus is on using the sequence to measure West Indies’ progress within the 50-over format. He said:

“It’s been 24 years, we’ve not received a sequence here in India. So it’s a terrific opportunity for us as a team to come back out here and problem ourselves and measure up ourselves as to the place we’re in ODIs.”

The West Indies coach also sees the sequence as an opportunity to test his aspect against one of the main groups before the World Cup qualification campaign.

“If you have to win a major ICC occasion, particularly within the white-ball format, you have to beat India. And we enjoying them here at house and their situations and performing properly and successful provides us a fair idea as to what we may do as a team and how succesful we’re in competing on the world stage.”

Daren Sammy added that the upcoming ODI World Cup qualifiers stay a major precedence for the team.

“The reality of the situation [is] we’ve not made [automatic qualification]. Nevertheless, if we have to look back as to the place we were and what we’ve been able to obtain as an ODI team, we’ve made some strides.”

“Shai Hope shouldn’t be the only one scoring lots of” – Daren Sammy

Daren Sammy believes West Indies have developed larger batting depth, with a number of players contributing vital scores somewhat than relying heavily on Shai Hope.

“Shai Hope shouldn’t be the only one scoring lots of. We’ve gotten lots of from completely different players… Amir Jangoo, the way he’s played, we’ve seen a glimpse of Sherfane [Rutherford].”

He also highlighted the return of Alzarri Joseph, who has lately been bowling properly, and said the three ODIs would offer opportunities for a number of players.

Daren Sammy was equally inspired by the progress of younger wristspinner Vitel, who has already made an impression after being launched to international cricket. He acknowledged:

“Vitel, to me, he’s a discover for us. What we noticed in him that triggered him to debut against New Zealand was all a part of the planning and the processes we put in place.”

Supply: cricketaddictor.com