West Indies call up Mayers as replacement for injured King
Key Points(5)
- The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup technical committee has approved the inclusion of Barbadian batsman Kyle Mayers as a replacement for Jamaican Brandon King in the West Indies squad.
- King, who suffered a side strain while batting in the West Indies' first Super Eight match against England on June 19, has been ruled out of the tournament.
- Mayers, a left-handed batsman with experience in 37 T20 Internationals, joined the squad on June 22 ahead of their final Super Eight match scheduled for June 23.
- The decision to replace King with Mayers was made following the ICC’s protocol, which requires the event technical committee’s approval before any player can be officially added to the squad.
- The event technical committee for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 includes Wasim Khan (ICC General Manager Cricket), Chris Tetley (ICC Head of Events), Johnny Grave (CEO of Cricket West Indies), and Kass Naidoo (independent representative).
The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup technical committee has approved the inclusion of Barbadian batsman Kyle Mayers as a replacement for Jamaican Brandon King in the West Indies squad.
King, who suffered a side strain while batting in the West Indies' first Super Eight match against England on June 19, has been ruled out of the tournament.
Mayers, a left-handed batsman with experience in 37 T20 Internationals, joined the squad on June 22 ahead of their final Super Eight match scheduled for June 23. The decision to replace King with Mayers was made following the ICC’s protocol, which requires the event technical committee’s approval before any player can be officially added to the squad.
The event technical committee for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 includes Wasim Khan (ICC General Manager Cricket), Chris Tetley (ICC Head of Events), Johnny Grave (CEO of Cricket West Indies), and Kass Naidoo (independent representative).
Brandon King’s injury is a significant blow to the West Indies squad, as he was a key player in their batting line-up. His absence creates an opportunity for Kyle Mayers to step up and contribute to the team’s success as they aim to advance in the tournament.
The West Indies will face a crucial test in their final Super Eight match, with Mayers expected to play a vital role in the team’s efforts to secure a spot in the knockout stages.
