West Indies captain Roston Chase has identified the team’s poor batting performance as the primary reason behind their humiliating defeat in the first Test. “We had a poor batting display. We have not been able to bat for 80 overs. It has been plaguing us for the last two series. We are not getting 250-300 runs,” he admitted.
Reflecting on the decision to bat first after winning the toss, Chase stated that it was not a wrong call. “I don’t think it was a bad decision. It was a good wicket to bat on. We didn’t start well and never put any partnerships in place. That hurt us,” he explained.
Chase also shared the team’s learnings when facing spin bowling in the Test match. “Defence needs to be a bit tighter. It was a wicket that we could bat on. We need to trust our defence and be more solid in it.”
Addressing concerns about the financial challenges impacting West Indies cricket, Chase was candid. “I don’t want to touch too much on it. It’s a struggle in the Caribbean for finances. The system in the Caribbean is a bit poor. The onus is on the players to find some way to get performances,” he remarked.
When asked about the prospects of a revival in West Indies cricket, Chase remained optimistic. “I wouldn’t be a true West Indian if I said no. We have to take some small steps and work towards that. There have been times where other teams have been down and we have been up. So it’s possible,” he added.
Lastly, the West Indies skipper dismissed any suggestions of a lack of desire or motivation within the dressing room. “The guys are eager to play and make an impression and make a living for themselves. So I absolutely don’t see any lack of desire in the dressing room,” he concluded.
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