England and the West Indies have announced their squads for the first Test match of the series, setting the stage for a thrilling contest.
England has selected a strong lineup featuring experienced campaigners like Zak Crawley, Ben Duckett, Ollie Pope, Joe Root, and Harry Brook. The team will be captained by Ben Stokes, with Jamie Smith serving as the wicketkeeper. Chris Woakes, Gus Atkinson, and Mark Wood provide bowling options.
The West Indies squad boasts a mix of experienced players and promising youngsters. Kraigg Brathwaite will lead the team, with Mikyle Louis, Kirk McKenzie, Alick Athanaze, Kavem Hodge, and Jason Holder adding depth to the batting order. Joshua Da Silva will be behind the stumps, while Alzarri Joseph, Gudakesh Motie, Shamar Joseph, and Jayden Seales will spearhead the bowling attack.
The first Test promises to be a captivating encounter, with both teams eager to start the series on a winning note. Fans are eagerly anticipating the clash between two formidable teams, as they battle for supremacy in the longest format of the game.
