During the T20 World Cup match against England, West Indies player Brandon King suffered a side strain that forced him to retire hurt. King’s injury is putting his participation in the rest of the tournament in doubt, with side strains typically taking several weeks to heal completely. This news is concerning for the West Indies team, as King is considered an important player.
King got West Indies off to a great start during his brief innings against England before being injured on his 13th ball. Despite receiving treatment from the team’s medical staff, he did not return to field during England’s run chase. It remains uncertain if King will be able to play in the upcoming matches of the tournament.
The West Indies team has five players on standby for the World Cup, including Andre Fletcher, Kyle Mayers, Fabian Allen, Hayden Walsh Jr., and Matthew Forde. Mayers is seen as the most likely replacement for King due to his recent form and experience in the team. The team will travel to Barbados for their next match against USA at Kensington Oval.
Captain Rovman Powell expressed concern over King’s injury but remains hopeful that he will recover in time for the next game. King had previously taken on the role of captain in a match against South Africa last month, highlighting his importance to the team. Losing him for the rest of
