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Chase: Leadership needs performance to inspire West Indies
26 Jul
Summary
- Captain Roston Chase believes leading by example boosts team belief.
- Chase aims for a career revival after a long Test century drought.
- West Indies targets climbing the World Test Championship table.
West Indies captain Roston Chase highlighted the significance of leading by example, stating that strong performances inspire greater team confidence and belief. Chase recently ended a six-year wait for a Test century with a crucial 194 against Sri Lanka last month, a performance that revitalized his form and boosted his morale.
Despite the confidence gained, Chase remains uncertain about his bowling availability for the upcoming Test series against Pakistan due to a right index finger injury sustained recently. He expressed hope for improvement before the first ball is bowled.
The West Indies squad includes newcomers Kirk McKenzie and Joshua Bishop, whom Chase encouraged to embrace their roles and play naturally. The team has set a realistic target of finishing fifth or sixth in the World Test Championship, with a victory against Pakistan being crucial for their ascent in the rankings.
