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Shamar Joseph's Shoulder Setback: West Indies Star Ruled Out of Bangladesh Series

West Indies fast bowler Shamar Joseph has suffered another injury setback just as he was preparing to return to international cricket. The 26-year-old pace sensation has been ruled out of the ongoing Bangladesh ODI series due to shoulder discomfort. This marks his second consecutive series absence after missing the Test tour of India last month. Joseph will now travel to England to consult with a specialist and begin his rehabilitation process.

Key Points: Shamar Joseph Ruled Out of Bangladesh Series with Shoulder Injury

  • Joseph misses Bangladesh ODI series after shoulder discomfort sidelines him again
  • West Indies pace star to consult specialist in England for rehabilitation
  • Injury continues troubling Joseph who missed recent India Test series
  • Team adds Akeal Hosein and Ramon Simmonds to ODI squad as replacements
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Shamar Joseph ruled out of Bangladesh series with 'discomfort in his shoulder'

West Indies pace sensation Shamar Joseph ruled out of Bangladesh ODI series due to shoulder discomfort, adding to team's growing injury concerns ahead of New Zealand tour.

"The fast bowler has been advised to consult a specialist in England to begin his rehabilitation process. - Cricket West Indies"

New Delhi, October 20

West Indies pace sensation Shamar Joseph, who was eyeing a return to international cricket this weekend after missing the Test tour of India, has suffered another setback due to discomfort in his shoulder. The 26-year-old, who was part of the ODI squad in Dhaka, has now been ruled out of the ongoing three-match series against Bangladesh, as per ESPNcricinfo.

Joseph was also included in the T20I squad for the tour. However, a statement from Cricket West Indies (CWI) on Monday confirmed that the fast bowler has been advised to consult a specialist in England to begin his rehabilitation process.

Before the Bangladesh tour, Joseph had missed the two-match Test series in India owing to an unspecified injury. He has not played any competitive cricket since the conclusion of the Caribbean Premier League (CPL) in September, where he featured in five matches for Guyana Amazon Warriors.

Adding to West Indies' injury woes, left-arm seamer Jediah Blades has also been ruled out of both the Bangladesh and upcoming New Zealand tours after suffering a stress fracture in his lower back. The 23-year-old, who has represented the West Indies in nine white-ball internationals, will return home to undergo rehabilitation.

In response, all-rounder Akeal Hosein and left-arm pacer Ramon Simmonds have been added to the ODI squad for the remaining two matches against Bangladesh. Both players were already part of the T20I squad for the series that will wrap up West Indies' tour of Bangladesh.

The visitors had earlier gone down by 74 runs in the opening ODI on a challenging Dhaka pitch on October 18.

- ANI

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Priya S
Shoulder injuries can be career-threatening for fast bowlers. Hope he gets proper treatment in England. West Indies desperately need their young talents to stay fit for the upcoming World Cups.
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Sarah B
As a cricket fan from Delhi, I was really looking forward to seeing him bowl in India during the Test series. Now this Bangladesh series too... such bad luck for the young bowler 😔
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Arjun K
West Indies management needs to seriously look at their player workload management. Two young pacers with serious injuries back-to-back is concerning. They're losing key players at crucial times.
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Michael C
Good opportunity for Akeal Hosein and Ramon Simmonds to step up. Sometimes injuries open doors for other talented players. Hope they make the most of this chance!
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Kavya N
Joseph's absence will be felt, especially after that memorable 7-wicket haul against Australia. Get well soon, champion! 🏏 The cricket world needs exciting talents like you.

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