West Indies’ come-from-behind win over Bangladesh on Sunday was an emotional moment for many fans of the team across the globe. However, none would have been more emotional than Shirley Clarke, the father of double-centurion Kyle Mayers, whose remarkable innings took the West Indies to victory.

Clarke revealed that had shed tears seeing his son lead the West Indies to victory.

“This morning was very special for me. It brought tears to my eyes,” said Clarke in a specially arranged Zoom between father and son that was arranged by CWI.

“I just want to wish you continued success to you and the rest of the team. Continue to work hard. We will stay connected as usual."

In response, Mayers thanked his father who played a dozen first-class matches and five List-A games for Barbados and Combined Campuses and Colleges between 1999 and 2008 and is now a Level-3 coach.

"You know how hard I was working when I was preparing for this tour in Barbados. You know how I felt about this opportunity. I just want to give you thanks for the help, coaching and making sure I was prepared for this series," Mayers said.

Mayers revealed that he is always in touch with his dad, discussing personal and technical matters. The West Indies hero said he considered himself fortunate to have a coach at home during the pandemic.