West Indies Test captain Kraigg Brathwaite says the team will be looking to finish the year strong as they prepare to face Sri Lanka in a two-match Test series at Galle next month.
The series, which will take place from November 21 to 25 and November 29 to December 3, will be part of the 2021-2023 ICC World Test Championship. In preparation for the series, the West Indies team is currently taking part in the Best vs Best intra-squad matches and Brathwaite insists the team is brimming with confidence and ready for the challenge.
“Sri Lanka is a very strong team, especially at home and as a team, we are looking forward to the challenge,” Brathwaite said.
“We know it won’t be easy. The last time we went down there we did ok, it was a couple of years ago and we look forward to the challenge,” he added.
The team last travelled to Sri Lanka in 2016 where they lost 2-0. Brathwaite did, however, claim six wickets.
“I think we have had a good year so far and it would be good to finish the season strong for the fans.”
The West Indies began the year with a win over Bangladesh, followed by a draw against Sri Lanka, a loss to South Africa, and a draw against Pakistan.