Wicketkeeper-batsman Shai Hope has rejoined the West Indies squad ahead of the second and final Test against Sri Lanka, starting Friday at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium in Antigua.
Hope missed the series opener due to a left shoulder strain suffered during training. Cricket West Indies confirmed his full recovery on Wednesday after several days of rehabilitation.
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Team Updates
Interim captain Roston Chase revealed that veteran pacer Kemar Roach is nursing a hamstring niggle and remains a doubtful starter.
Hope's return strengthens the home side as they aim to sweep the two-match series and secure crucial World Test Championship points.
Cricket West Indies stated that Hope participated in the team's final training session ahead of the decisive encounter.
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Sri Lanka faces significant lineup disruptions due to an escalating injury crisis.
Opening batsman Pathum Nissanka requires surgery for a wrist injury, while fast bowler Lahiru Kumara is sidelined with a hamstring issue.
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Vishwa Fernando has a back injury, and Ramesh Mendis is battling a bacterial infection.
