West Indies all-rounder Jason Holder has revealed that the Caribbean side’s impressive victory against Australia earlier this year reignited his passion for Test cricket. As the West Indies prepare for their upcoming two-match series against England, Holder’s return adds a significant boost to the team’s morale and aspirations.
A Comeback Inspired by Victory
Holder, who missed the tour of Australia, expressed his joy and inspiration from his team’s performance. “I was so happy for the boys when they did what they did in Australia. It gave me a renewed energy to come back to the group and be a part of something special again. I have missed Test cricket, and I am looking forward to it,” he said.
Historic Win at The Gabba
The West Indies’ triumph at The Gabba, their first Test win in Australia since 1997, was a pivotal moment. Led by Kraigg Brathwaite in Holder’s absence, the team bounced back in the second Test to draw the series 1-1. Shamar Joseph’s remarkable seven-wicket haul was instrumental in this historic win.
Holder emphasized the importance of building on this success: “It’s important [to build on Australia]. I think the guys took a lot from that. We are coming out to win this series. We have some special talent in the dressing room. It’s just about playing solid cricket and having belief.”
Ambitions in England
As the West Indies gear up to face England at Lord’s, Holder is optimistic about their chances. The team aims to clinch their first Test series win in England since 1988 and spoil James Anderson’s farewell Test.
“We won one Test last time and are looking to take it further, and two would be a lot better on this trip. There is no better time for us to beat England than now. I think that would be a great feat and nothing this team is short of,” Holder added.
England’s Line-Up
England has announced their playing XI for the first Test, with Jamie Smith set to make his debut. The team includes Zak Crawley, Ben Duckett, Ollie Pope, Joe Root, Harry Brook, Ben Stokes, Jamie Smith, Chris Woakes, Gus Atkinson, Shoaib Bashir, and James Anderson.
As the series kicks off on Wednesday at Lord’s, cricket fans are eager to see if the West Indies can continue their resurgence and make history once again.
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