In just over two months time, the first ball of the first Test of an Australia Vs West Indies series will be bowled at the Gabba.In the past, when I grew up across the late 70s and into through the 80s, this was perhaps a more anticipated tour than even an Ashes tour.
Alas, this year, the West Indies cricket ‘team’ has been embroiled in contractual disputes, seeing a very much ‘C grade’ side taking on and losing 2-0 to Bangladesh in a Test series at home.
Sadly – or not – the ‘contractual dispute’ has seemingly been a smokescreen for a power struggle within West Indies cricket.
The West Indies has been an astounding ‘multi-national’ International team. However, there are many who are discontented with the operations of the WICB. What probably seems clear is that restructuring and a more modern approach is required.
Ironically, a couple of days ago, Alan Stanford appeared in court too poor to afford a lawyer.
From a selfish perspective, I just hope that something happens to ensure we get as near to a full strength Windies side touring Australia this summer. Sadly, this story is flying pretty well under the radar in Australian mainstream media.
It may come as a big shock on November 26 at the Gabba if Tino Best or Kemar Roach is trundling in instead of Fidel Edwards, Jerome Taylor or Darren Powell.
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