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Visa Woes Leave Key West Indies Batter Hetmyer Stuck in SA
7 Feb
Summary
- Shimron Hetmyer is stranded in South Africa due to visa issues.
- He was expected to join his teammates in India for the T20 World Cup.
- Hetmyer recently scored 171 runs in a T20 series against South Africa.
West Indies batting star Shimron Hetmyer is currently stranded in South Africa, facing an unexpected delay in joining his teammates for the T20 World Cup in India. The Caribbean squad was anticipating his arrival on Thursday, just two days before their opening match against Scotland, but visa complications have disrupted their plans.
This logistical setback comes at a critical time, as the rest of the West Indies team is already engaged in preparatory matches, having recently lost a warm-up game. Hetmyer's absence is keenly felt, especially given his exceptional form. He was the standout performer in the recent T20 series against South Africa, amassing a series-leading 171 runs, including a blistering 75 off just 178 strike rate. This incident brings attention to administrative readiness for global tournaments.
