Trinidad, Aug. 8 -- West Indies have suffered a blow with news that pacer Matthew Forde is injured and will miss the side's upcoming three-match ODI series against Pakistan.
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 in 2027.
"Pakistan pre...