The Cricketer runs the rule over the performances of West Indies' players during the 2019 Cricket World Cup...
9 matches, 170 runs, 24.28 batting average, 8 wickets, 42.87 bowling average, 6 catches
Very few positives for the skipper. He’s been unsatisfactory with both bat and ball; looking a different player to the one we saw in the Caribbean against England. In terms of his captaincy, he’s failed to find a settle unit, and his use of the bowlers hasn’t been the great either. Also, West Indies lost on six occasions – a below par effort considering the talent at Holder’s disposal. As captain, he must take some responsibility for this.
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9 matches, 242 runs, 30.25 batting average, 2 wickets, 40 bowling average, 4 catches
A poor end to a glittering ODI career (or at least, we think it is). The Universe Boss wasn’t at the races this summer. He scored at a rate of just 88.32 and looked an ageing figure next to his youthful colleagues. The only saving grace for Gayle was his cameo with the ball. The image of him taking two wickets while wearing those ridiculous sunglasses will remain vivid in my mind.
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3 matches, 51 runs, 25.5 batting average, 1 wicket, 122 bowling average, 5 catches
Not a great tournament for the man drafted in to replace Andre Russell. The only thing he really did was score a battling half-century against Sri Lanka at a rate of 159.38 – an effort which almost won them the game. Perhaps if he’d have been initially selected for the squad, he may have made a greater contribution.
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Jason Holder hasn't lived up to expectations
8 matches, 154 runs, 30.8 batting average, 9 wickets, 35.88 bowling average, 1 catch
A valiant effort from this mercurial allrounder. He will undoubtedly be remembered for his brilliant century against New Zealand, when he was literally yards away from dragging West Indies to the most remarkable victory. With him turning 31 next week, you suspect this was his last hurrah in ODI cricket.
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3 matches, 19 runs, 9.5 batting average, 0 catches
Should have stayed at home. After his duck against Pakistan, his World Cup was effectively over as he was dropped and Shai Hope was moved down the order. One wonders what’s next for him.
E
9 matches, 33 runs, 8.25 batting average, 12 wickets, 32.66 bowling average, 8 catches
West Indies’ best player. Although his bowling figures were modest, the bowler with the iconic celebration gave everything for the cause. He also fielded excellently. That catch to dismiss Steve Smith on the boundary will go down as one of the greatest in World Cup history. Cottrell may be approaching 30, but he’ll be hoping this is the start of a prosperous international career.
B
3 matches, 3 runs, 3 batting average, 2 wickets, 86.5 bowling average, 0 catches
Very little from this reserve bowler; delivering just 123 balls all tournament. Gabriel might just have missed his chance in ODI cricket and will probably become a red-ball specialist for West Indies.
D
9 matches, 257 runs, 36.71 batting average, 2 catches
A slightly below-par campaign from this talented young player. After his performances against England in the Caribbean, much was expected from Hetmyer. But 257 runs were never going to be good enough to get West Indies into the last four. That said, at just 22, he’ll have a few more chances to win the World Cup just yet.
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Shimron Hetmyer has shown promise, but hasn't set the tournament alight
9 matches, 274 runs, 34.25 batting average, 16 catches
There was a lot of hope placed on this man’s shoulders heading into the tournament (pun intended). Ranked the fifth best ODI batsman in the world by the ICC, West Indies expected their gun batter to deliver. But he couldn’t handle the pressure. He made just 274 runs and looked fragile at the top of the order.
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5 matches, 131 runs, 26.2 batting average, 1 catch
Another disappointing performer. Lewis failed to find fitness and form in the tournament; looking a shadow of the player that scored 176 not out against England in 2017. The only positive was his two half-centuries, but even they weren’t memorable.
D+
4 matches, 20 runs, 20 batting average, 0 wickets, 0 catches
Not really much to say here, as you can tell by the statistics. I guess you can mention his strike rate, which was just 76.92 – just what you need from someone coming in at 8-ish.
E+
9 matches, 367 runs, 52.42 batting average, 1 catch
A decent performance from this young talent. The T20 star was West Indies’ top scorer in the tournament. He also struck at a rate of 100.27 – which is very good considering the top order failed before him on many occasions. At 23, Pooran has many World Cups left in him. Yorkshire fans will be excited to see him in the Blast.
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Andre Russell's ODI career could be over
4 matches, 28 runs, 28 batting average, 6 wickets, 20.16 bowling average, 0 catches
Bowled well when called upon. Roach’s six wickets and four maidens correctly portray him as a player who gives few chances to the batsman. West Indies will be disappointed he only played in four matches though, as he could have had a very good tournament if called upon earlier. At 31, its unlikely he’ll play another World Cup match.
C+
9 matches, 13 runs, 6.5 batting average, 9 wickets, 42.22 bowling average, 0 catches
A slightly under-par World Cup for Thomas as he was overshadowed by his fellow fast bowlers. There’s no doubt the 22-year-old will learn from this experience and will be a probable selection for the 2023 and 2027 tournaments, but West Indies might regret selecting him in all nine matches when Roach was waiting in the wings. Also, him not taking a single catch is slightly odd.
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4 matches, 36 runs, 12 batting average, 5 wickets, 20.20 bowling average, 0 catches
A player who showed such promise, but not the joints to go with it. Bowling at 90mph and striking at 124.13, Russell was West Indies’ quickest bowler, best finisher and their best chance at making the last four. But, having played just one ODI between November 2015 and the start of the tournament, Russell was not accustomed to the strains of 50-over cricket. His body gave way, and so did his team’s hopes. At 31, one predicts he’ll stick to T20 from now on.
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