Antigua, May 20 (Ozi news desk): Daren Sammy, who led the West Indies to victory in two Twenty20 World Cup tournaments as a captain, now faces the challenge of making history once again, this time as a head coach. The upcoming 2024 T20 World Cup will be held in the United States of America and the Caribbean, and Sammy is determined to defy the odds and secure another win, this time from the sidelines.
Throughout the history of the tournament, no host nation has managed to clinch the title in the first eight editions. However, Sammy is hopeful that his team can change that narrative and emerge victorious on home soil. The West Indies’ memorable victory in 2012, where they defeated Sri Lanka in Colombo, is still fresh in the minds of cricket fans, especially the iconic Gangnam Style celebrations that followed the match.
In 2016, the West Indies once again triumphed in the T20 World Cup, with a thrilling final against England that saw Carlos Brathwaite’s heroics at Eden Gardens in India. Sammy, now at the helm as head coach, is confident in his team’s ability to replicate past successes. With experienced players like Johnson Charles and Andre Russell in the squad, Sammy believes that they have what it takes to select a winning team and bring home another title.
As Sammy prepares his team for the upcoming tournament, he emphasizes the importance of thorough preparation and strategic selection. The journey towards victory began long before the current World Cup, with meticulous planning and dedication from both the players and the coaching staff. Sammy’s confidence in his team’s abilities and his strategic approach to team selection bode well for the West Indies’ chances in the upcoming T20 World Cup.
