The whys and wherefores of issues afflicting West Indies cricket are too complex, particularly for an outsider, to rationalize. Much to the lament of cricket lovers, for the flavour of West Indies cricket was unique. For the series against India, West Indies captain Jason Holder leads a raw and young side. The West Indies have been pushed so far that they have little to lose, and everything to gain. Once the toast of the cricket world for the flair, power and athleticism they brought to the sport, the West Indies have been languishing in Test cricket for 20-odd years.

Source: Mint July 13, 2016 14:10 UTC