In the West sensation of pace Shamar Yusif was eliminated from the ongoing three-match ODI series against Bangladesh After experiencing shoulder discomfort. The 26-year-old, who was in Dhaka’s squad and looking to make a comeback after losing the Test series Indianow recommended specialist consultation English start the rehabilitation process. Cricket West Indies (CWI), confirmed the development on Monday, ending Yusuf’s hopes of international cricket.
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Yusuf was named in both the ODI and T20I squads for the Bangladesh series as part of West Indies’ ongoing preparations for the upcoming home season. However, a recurring shoulder problem forced the team’s management to address it to prevent further complications. The medical team recommended a period of rest with detailed rehabilitation under specialist supervision. The pacer had earlier missed the India Tests due to an unspecified injury earlier this year. The last professional appearance came in September Caribbean Premier Leaguewhere he featured in five matches Guyana Amazon Warriors before having to rest.
Its absence comes as a significant blow to the caribbean side, which has seen important restricted facilities suffer minor mounting damage. Yousuf’s PACE and bounce in Dakera conditions, especially after West Indies struggled with wicket-taking options in the first ODI, losing 74 runs on a slow pitch. With Yusuf now unavailable, the squad will depend on experienced intensity and all-round picks for the remainder of the series.
CWI calls for two player substitutions for injured squad members
CWI announced Akeal Hosein and Ramon Simmonds As part of the remaining two ODIs of the Bangladesh series. Both the players were initially part of the T20I squad but have now been converted to ODI setup to add balance and depth. Hosein’s inclusion boosts the spin department, with Simmonds’ left arm offering variety in a seam attack that has been weakened by multiple injuries to PACE. The duo will remain part of the squad for the T20I series, which will be the last time the tour ends.
Meanwhile, the young left-arm fast bowler Jedi Blades was also ruled out of the round due to a stress fracture in the lower sphere. The 23-year-old will rehab at home and miss the rest Tour of New Zealand as well. Blades injury, West opportunities, thin on fast bowling resources, puts responsibility for the likes Romario Shepherd, Alzarri Yusufand Obed McCoy deliver in difficult subcontinental conditions.
After a disappointing performance in the first Odi at the Sher-e-Bangla Stadium on October 18, West Indies 0-1, the final two games on October 21 and 23 and 23 will be crucial as they now aim to establish stability ahead. T20 World Cup period. Lining a main pacers side, the visitors will be looking for emerging talents to develop and make a mark on the international stage.
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