Kraigg Brathwaite steps down as Test captain

Kraigg Brathwaite has officially stepped down as Test captain, having first indicated his intention to do so to CWI leadership earlier this year ahead of the completion of the West Indies’ successful tour of Pakistan. Understanding the importance of continuity, Brathwaite wanted to ensure the team had a period of transition before his departure. As a result, he has submitted his resignation ahead of the home series against Australia, giving the new leadership time to establish itself. This series will be particularly special, allowing Brathwaite, who is two matches shy of 100 test matches, to double down on his batting without added responsibility.

I am surprised at Kraigg giving up the captaincy. I like him as a player. I was hoping he could have carried on, and left on his own accord. Maybe hints forced the acceleration of his decision to give up captaincy. Was he secretly forced out or what? My replacement would be Joshua Da Silva.