Roddy WI new bowling coach

RODDY is finally getting a bowl with the big boys. Barbados’ most accomplished junior coach will be trying to reap that success at the international level now after Roderick “Roddy” Estwick was named as the West Indies’ new bowling coach for the upcoming Tri-Nation series.

The West Indies Cricket Board (WICB) disclosed Estwick’s immediate appointment in a press release yesterday as the senior team prepares for next month’s ODI home series against powerhouses Australia and South Africa.

“Obviously you’re very happy any time you’re given the opportunity to serve West Indies cricket in any capacity because it’s an honour to do such at any level and not a privilege,” reasoned the 54-year-old Estwick.

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