Roston Chase is named as the new West Indies test skipper as he takes over from Kraigg Brathwaite ahead of Aus series.
Roston Chase has been appointed West Indies’ new Test captain.
The all-rounder’s 49th Test match, against South Africa in Johannesburg, was more than two years ago; this will be his 50th Test as captain. Since then, West Indies has participated in 13 Test matches.
Chase led the West Indies in one ODI and one T20I in the past. The three-Test home series against Australia, which starts on June 25 at his home stadium in Bridgetown, will be his first assignment in the longest format. Chase’s vice captain will be Jomel Warrican, a left-arm spinner.
For both sides, the series will mark the start of the 2025–2027 World Test Championship cycle.
Following a “detailed assessment process that included psychometric testing to evaluate leadership style, behaviour, and overall suitability for the role,” Chase was chosen from a shortlist of six candidates, according to CWI. John Campbell, Tevin Imlach, Joshua Da Silva, Justin Greaves, and Warrican were among the other applicants questioned.
In order to concentrate on his current leadership responsibilities, West Indies skipper Shai Hope requested not to be considered for the white-ball forms.
“This selection process is one of the most comprehensive and forward-thinking we have undertaken,” CWI president, Kishore Shallow, said. “I am deeply impressed by the professionalism, objectivity, and strategic thinking that shaped the final decision. It sets a new benchmark for leadership appointments in West Indies cricket.”
West Indies head coach, Daren Sammy, said: “I fully endorse this appointment. Our new captain has earned the respect of his peers, understands the responsibility that comes with the role, and has shown the leadership qualities we need to take this team forward. I urge fans across the region to rally behind him–we’re building something special.”
Chase, 33, succeeds Kraigg Brathwaite, who left his position as Test team manager in March after leading the team for 39 games. Of those Test matches, the West Indies won ten, lost twenty-two, and drew seven.
Hope, who was already the West Indies’ ODI captain, was given the T20I captaincy by CWI at the time of Brathwaite’s departure. However, they had not yet named a new Test captain, saying that they will do so “in the coming weeks.”