Ramdin become the second wicket-keeper to assume the role on a full-time basis

"It is an honour to be named as captain of the West Indies Test team. This is a huge opportunity and as a unit we are capable of representing the people of the West Indies," he said.

"It is something very special to represent the people of the West Indies and to be named to the lead the Test team and chart the course forward is humbling and extra special.

"I thank the WICB for affording me this incredible opportunity and I also thank the TTCB for the opportunity to lead Trinidad & Tobago.

"I am taking over from Darren who did a good job while he was at the helm. He is a very humble and hardworking cricketer and during his time at the helm we won six matches and gave his all to the job.

"My first assignment will be against New Zealand at home and this promises to be a very exciting series.

"I am a very calm individual and I will bring that level of calmness to the job and to the team as we look to move forward and build a winning Test team which will make the people of the West Indies proud."

Ramdin become the second wicket-keeper to assume the role on a full-time basis, following in the footsteps of Gerry Alexander.