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IND v WI Test 2025: Chanderpaul & Athanaze Among Changes in WI Squad for India Tests

Updated - 18-SEP-2025 9:23 IST

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Before the two-match series of India vs West Indies test series 2025 in October 2025, the West Indies had made significant changes to its Test team, calling up openers Tagenarine Chanderpaul and Alick Athanaze. The selections were made in response to recent difficulties at the top of the order, particularly following their defeat to Australia in the home Test series.

What Drives the Recall

  • Top-order instability: The goal of Chanderpaul's comeback is to strengthen the opening positions, which have yielded erratic results in previous Test matches.
  • Spin proficiency: Athanaze's inclusion is based on his capacity to manage spin, which is particularly important in Indian conditions.

Other Squad Changes

  • Khary Pierre received his first Test call-up with them. He is anticipated to play alongside Jomel Warrican as a second specialist spinner.
  • In order to manage Gudakesh Motie's workload in front of the upcoming T20 World Cup, he has been rested for the India tour.
  • Former captain Kraigg Brathwaite, who was benched after making poor performances against Australia, is a major departure.

Tour Details India vs West Indies Test Series 2025

  • Ahmedabad will host the first Test of the series on October 2nd, while Delhi will host the second Test from October 10–14.
  • The wtc 2025-27 cycle's first away match is the West Indies' first Test tour of India since 2018.

West Indies Squard for India vs West Indies Test Series 2025

Roston Chase (C), Jomel Warrican (VC), Kevlon Anderson, Alick Athanaze, John Campbell, Tagenarine Chanderpaul, Justin Greaves, Shai Hope, Tevin Imlach, Alzarri Joseph, Shamar Joseph, Brandon King, Anderson Phillip, Khary Pierre, Jayden Seales