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Daren Sammy Challenges West Indies: 'Have to Beat India' in Upcoming ODI Series
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Firstpost•25-09-2026, 14:59
Daren Sammy Challenges West Indies: 'Have to Beat India' in Upcoming ODI Series
- •West Indies head coach Daren Sammy has issued a rallying call for his squad ahead of the ODI series against India, viewing it as a crucial opportunity to prepare for the 2027 World Cup qualifiers.
- •Sammy emphasized that the West Indies have not won an ODI series against India in 24 years, making the upcoming series a significant chance to challenge their abilities and assess their progress in the 50-over format.
- •He stated that beating India in their home conditions is the ultimate benchmark for any team aspiring to win an ICC white-ball tournament, highlighting its importance for global competitiveness.
- •The series will help fine-tune the team for the upcoming qualifiers, with the primary goal of securing a spot in the 2027 World Cup in South Africa.
- •The three-match ODI series kicks off on Sunday, September 27, at the Greenfield International Stadium in Trivandrum, with Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and Ravindra Jadeja returning for India.
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The India versus West Indies white-ball series begins with a three-match ODI series, with the opening fixture scheduled for Sunday, September 27, at the Greenfield International Stadium in Trivandrum.
Coach Daren Sammy pointed out that the Caribbean side has not won an ODI series against India in the past 24 years, making this upcoming tour a crucial opportunity to challenge themselves, assess their 50-over progress, and measure their competitiveness.
The team's primary focus is to continue fine-tuning their performance ahead of the World Cup qualifiers in February, with the ultimate goal of booking a ticket to South Africa for the 2027 tournament.
