Kraigg Brathwaite, the West Indies Test captain leading the team in Australia, highlighted the importance of self-belief and improvement for the team’s success against the world’s number one side.
Brathwaite, who took over the captaincy from Jason Holder, expressed the need for the team to trust in their abilities and work on enhancing their performance.
In a video statement, Brathwaite acknowledged that the pitch in Adelaide was good but emphasized that the team fell short with the bat.
He stressed the importance of improvement in batting performance, considering it a crucial aspect of their game.
The skipper, with experience in 88 test matches, sees the series against Australia as a valuable litmus test for the young West Indies team.
He believes that competing against a strong opponent like Australia provides an opportunity for the team to assess their current standing and identify areas for improvement to consistently compete at a high level.
Brathwaite pointed out that, for the West Indies to progress, more than just funding is required. He sees belief, improvement, and a holistic approach as essential elements for the team’s development.
The West Indies will face Australia in the second test in Brisbane, followed by three ODIs and three T20 matches over the next couple of weeks.