Port of Spain, Aug. 8 -- West Indies seamer Matthew Forde has suffered an injury and will not be taking part in the upcoming three-match ODI series against Pakistan from Friday, as per the ICC.

Forde dislocated his left shoulder while attempting a catch during a training session on Wednesday, and the fast bowler will be replaced by uncapped all-rounder Johann Layne in the West Indies squad.

Layne earns a call-up following some decent performances for West Indies A against South Africa A, with the 21-year-old providing another seam bowling option for the Caribbean side.

West Indies coach Daren Sammy believes the series against Pakistan will provide his side with a good start to their quest to qualify for the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup ...