England vs West Indies: Jason Holder Credits England for West Indies’ Survival in Cricket
Former West Indies captain Jason Holder has acknowledged England's role in the survival of cricket in the West Indies. He pointed out that England's frequent tours to the Caribbean provide valuable opportunities for local cricketers to compete at the international level and earn a better living through the sport.
West Indies cricket has faced a decline in talent on the international stage, but former captain Jason Holder credits England for their resurgence. He highlights England’s frequent tours to the Caribbean, which have provided local cricketers with opportunities for international exposure and competition. This increased interaction has helped nurture talent and offer financial incentives for aspiring players.
Holder describes the frequent tours by England as a significant advantage for the West Indies’ continued presence as an international cricket team. He believes this support helps repay the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) for the assistance the West Indies provided in stabilizing English cricket’s finances during the challenging times of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020.
In the statement given by Jason Holder, he said:
I think it’s a fair way of putting it. We’ve obviously had the English coming over for the last three years consecutively. And that has definitely boosted, not only our economy within the Caribbean, but it adds a massive boost to our survival in international cricket. We rely heavily on series between England and India, our revenues tend to come from those two teams. It’s our biggest series within any calendar year, and, yeah, it’s one that really brings the fans down to the Caribbean and creates a really fun atmosphere.
England is scheduled to begin a three-match ODI series against the West Indies on October 31, 2024. This upcoming tour promises to be an exciting opportunity for both teams to showcase their talent on the field.
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