The Grenada National Stadium atmosphere provided the perfect ambiance motivating the West Indies senior men’s cricketers to seal a test series win against England.
West Indies yesterday defeated England on day 4 of their final match by 10 wickets.
West Indies boast of an all-round team effort being responsible for the victory.
Grenada’s Prime Minister Dr. Keith Mitchell congratulated the West Indies team for a splendid performance.
Prime Minister Dr. Keith Mitchell.
Wicket-keeper Joshua Da Silva who scored his maiden century was voted Player-of-the-Match.
Captain Kraigg Brathwaite, who knocked a series 341 runs, was named Player-of-the-Series.
West Indies, with the two drawn games and a victory, embraces the new Richards/Botham Trophy, bringing a breath of fresh air in the game to regional cricket supporters.
Grenadian cricket star Devon Smith gave his impression on the West Indies team in the test series; he also commended Wicket-keeper Da Silva on his maiden century.
Grenadian Cricket Star Devon Smith.
Junior coach in the ministry of sports Raymond Duncan spoke with WEE fm news desk and gave his sentiments on the game.
Junior coach in the ministry of sports Raymond Duncan.
The Victory for West Indies maintains their proud home record against England, with just one series loss against England in the Caribbean since 1968.
Ex-England captains call for Joe Root to step down after their team’s defeat at the hands of the West Indies in Grenada Sunday.
