IRE vs WI: Craig Young And Curtis Campher Ruled Out Of West Indies ODIs

Ireland has taken a serious hit prior to the IRE vs WI ODI series, with fast bowlers Craig Young and Curtis Campher ruled out with injuries. The ODI series is due to commence on May 21 in Dublin.

Ireland vs West indies Player Replacements Announced

Jordan Neill, a 19-year-old uncapped batter, has been included to replace Craig Young, who suffered a hamstring injury while playing in an Inter-Provincial Cup match.

Stephen Doheny, a wicketkeeper-batter, replaces Curtis Campher, who fractured his finger while batting in the nets on Monday.

Craig Young’s Injury Details

Craig Young picked up his injury while playing for the North West Warriors against Leinster Lightning at Oak Hill. He was forced from the field in the middle of his ninth over; he was 8.5-1-49-1 after claiming the wicket of Barry McCarthy. Scott MacBeth was to finish the over.

Curtis Campher’s Latest Setback, Campher’s finger fracture, came just two days before the start of the series opener, leaving Ireland’s dented fast bowling department depleted further.

Ireland’s Growing Injury List

Ireland’s select panel faces pressure with Mark Adair, Graham Hume, Fionn Hand, and now Young and Campher unavailable. National selector Andrew White admitted his concern, adding that the ODI series will test Ireland’s depth.

“We don’t want to lose players at this stage just before a series, but the good side to the loss of players is that it allows the emerging players to showcase their talents against established international players,” White said.

Captain Paul Stirling Stays Positive

Captain Paul Stirling recognized the difficulty it poses, but views it as an opportunity for new players to experience valuable opportunities.

“It’s unfortunate, but this gives young players a first opportunity that might benefit them in the long run,” Stiling said.

Stephen Doheny’s Return to the Squad

Doheny returns after playing his last ODIs in October against South Africa. He hit a century for Munster Reds against Northern Knights in the domestic 50-over competition. He also played for Ireland A in a tri-series against Sri Lanka A and Afghanistan A.

Jordan Neill Joins Ireland Squad

Neill becomes the fourth uncapped player in the squad after Cade Carmichael, Thomas Mayes, and Liam McCarthy. It emphasizes Ireland’s intent to develop youth during an injury crisis.

IRE vs WI Schedule

The full IRE vs WI series schedule is as follows:

ODI Matches – All in Dublin:

1st ODI: May 21

2nd ODI: May 23

3rd ODI: May 25

T20I Matches – All in Bready:

1st T20I: June 12

2nd T20I: June 14

3rd T20I: June 15

Ireland Faces a Tough Challenge in IRE vs WI ODIs

With major absences and new additions, the Ireland vs West Indies ODI series should be a real assessment of Ireland’s depth and resilience with new players, while it will be a great chance for younger players to make their mark internationally against a strong West Indies.

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