West Indies focussed on India, not Gayle says Sammy

The West Indies team undergoing catching drills yesterday. (WindiesCricket.com)

KINGSTON, Jamaica, CMC – Darren Sammy said West Indies would be looking to put the brouhaha over Chris Gayle’s omission behind them, and focus on winning the first Test against India, starting today at Sabina Park.

The West Indies captain disclosed that the players had approached the delicate matter of Gayle’s non-selection in a very mature manner, and it had not become too much of a distraction during their preparations for the game.

“The guys have gone about their business – not only for this Test match, but the entire series – in a very professional way for the cause of representing the