Squad Injury Cover
West Indies Add In-Form Amir Jangoo as T20 Injury Cover for India Series
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Jangoo’s ODI scores were an unbeaten 58 in the opener, 114 in the second match and 67 in the third.
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In his seven T20Is, Jangoo has made 163 runs at a strike rate of 120.74.
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West Indies were coming into the T20I series after completing a record-breaking chase of 352 in the third ODI. With Andrew unable to bat, captain Shai Hope moved up to open alongside the designated opener.
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The first T20I was scheduled for Lucknow on Tuesday, October 6.
The West Indies added wicketkeeper-batter Amir Jangoo to their T20I squad as injury cover for Jewel Andrew ahead of a five-match series against India starting October 6. Tribune India Andrew hurt a finger catching in the third ODI, but scans showed no fracture. He remains under medical assessment and hasn't been ruled out.
Jangoo earned the call-up after a standout ODI series performance. The Hindu Sportstar The 239 runs he scored across three matches made him the third-highest scorer of the series, including an unbeaten 58, a century of 114, and 67 in the finale.
Jangoo's Strong Batting Record in Limited Overs
Jangoo has proven himself as a reliable middle-order option in white-ball cricket. ETV Bharat In his seven T20I appearances for West Indies, he has accumulated 163 runs at an impressive strike rate of 120.74. His recent ODI form demonstrates he can produce runs consistently across formats.
Andrew's Fitness Remains Uncertain Before Series Start
Jewel Andrew's status for the T20I series hangs in limbo. Zee News The injury occurred while taking a catch in the third ODI, yet medical scans ruled out a fracture. Andrew continues undergoing assessment, leaving the door open for a potential return if he recovers quickly ahead of the October 6 opener in Lucknow.
West Indies Enter Series After ODI Disappointment
The West Indies concluded their three-match ODI series 2-1 down to India. Rediff Despite losing the series, they managed a record-breaking chase of 352 in the third ODI. Captain Shai Hope was forced to open the batting when Andrew couldn't continue, showcasing the team's flexibility ahead of the T20I format change.
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