Shamar Joseph Withdrawn from Bangladesh ODIs with Shoulder Issue
West Indies fast bowler Shamar Joseph has been ruled out of the upcoming ODI series against Bangladesh due to shoulder discomfort. The 24-year-old, who rose to fame with his match-winning Test debut against Australia, will miss the three-match series starting July 10.
Injury Details and Medical Update
The West Indies Cricket Board (CWI) confirmed Joseph’s withdrawal after scans revealed shoulder discomfort during training. While no major damage was detected, the team opted for caution.
“Shamar has been experiencing shoulder discomfort, and we’ve decided to rest him as a precaution,” a CWI spokesperson stated.
Joseph’s absence is a significant blow after his 7-wicket heroics in the Brisbane Test against Australia earlier this year. His pace and swing made him a key weapon in both Tests and ODIs.
Alzarri Joseph Named Replacement
Veteran seamer Alzarri Joseph has been called up as Shamar’s replacement. With players like Jason Holder also absent, the West Indies will rely on Alzarri, Romario Shepherd, and spinners Gudakesh Motie to challenge Bangladesh.
Bangladesh’s Opportunity
Hosts Bangladesh, led by Najmul Hossain Shanto, may exploit the weakened Windies attack. Batters like Shakib Al Hasan and Litton Das could capitalize on Joseph’s absence. However, the West Indies have a history of outperforming expectations as underdogs.
What’s Next for Shamar Joseph?
- Immediate focus: Recovery and rehab under CWI’s medical team.
- Future plans: Participation in the Caribbean Premier League (CPL) and potential IPL interest.
- Return timeline: No official date, but CWI confirms it’s a short-term issue.
Series Outlook Without Shamar
The West Indies face an uphill battle, but coach Daren Sammy will back young talents like Alick Athanaze to step up. Bangladesh, meanwhile, aims to dominate at home.
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