ST JOHN’S, Antigua, CMC – Cricket West Indies president, Ricky Skerritt, has heaped praise on the West Indies trio of Kraigg Brathwaite, Shai Hope and Alzarri Joseph, who were this week named by the International Cricket Council in their Teams-of-the-Year.
Test captain Brathwaite was announced in the Test Team-of-the-Year while prolific stroke-maker Hope and fast bowler Joseph were picked in the One-Day International side.
“Captain Kraigg Brathwaite continued to lead from the front with a number of world-class batting displays, which characterize his composed and courageous style of play,” Skerritt said.
“The major achievement was leading the team to victory over England to capture the Richards Botham trophy which brought glory to West Indies fans.
“Shai Hope also demonstrated his immense talent in front the stumps and agility behind the wickets. He too showcased an exceptionally high level of skill, and a great sense of occasion, with a remarkable century to mark his 100th appearance against India in Trinidad.”
He continued: “Alzarri Joseph emerged as the leader of the bowling attack in ODIs and was consistent and persistent all year in all three formats. He has matured from an exciting young speedster to a truly world-class pace bowler and is reaping the rewards for the hard work he has been putting in off the field.
“We applaud all three for their outstanding performances in 2022 and also wish them continued success and growth in 2023 and beyond.”
The 30-year-old Brathwaite averaged 62 in seven Tests during the last calendar year while scoring two hundreds – against top tier sides England and Australia.
Hope, meanwhile, was among only seven batsmen to pass 700 runs in ODIs while Joseph emerged as the leader as the West Indies attack, picking up 27 at an average of 25 from 17 matches.
