Clyde Butts and his fellow selectors have received an early Christmas present.

They already know what’s inside, for they are aware that their two fastest, most experienced and most penetrative bowlers are playing again. But they won’t get overly excited until they can unwrap the gift paper and discover whether the two are back in full working order.

Even so, they will be encouraged by Taylor’s inclusion in Jamaica’s team for the forthcoming regional T20 tournament and Edwards’ return to club cricket in Barbados. If they – or even one – are, indeed, …..