West Indies skipper Kieron Pollard was ruled out of the 2nd ODI due to a niggle and Nicholas Pooran took over the captaincy duties. But they suffered a 44-run defeat, losing the three-match series 2-0. Many believe Pollard’s presence might have made a difference in the result of the game.
Pollard had only featured in the first ODI against India and incurred a golden duck at the hands of spinner Yuzvendra Chahal on the very first delivery he faced. Soon after, he couldn’t even feature for West Indies in the second ODI after suffering an injury. The team from the Caribbean Island largely missed their captain in 2nd ODI. However Bravo, who is a close friend of Kieron Pollard shared a missing post for the veteran all-rounder.
Bravo turned to his official Instagram handle to share the ‘missing’ picture of Pollard amid doubts over his return for the third ODI. After being clean bowled by Yuzvendra Chahal on in the first ODI, Pollard was forced to sit out of the second ODI due to fitness concerns. “Age: 34, Height: 1.85m, Last Seen: In Chahal’s pocket, If Found Please Contact WEST INDIES,” read the details on the poster. Meanwhile, Bravo himself wrote: “This is really a Sad day @kieron.pollard55 my best friend is missing guys pls if u have any info pls inbox me or report to the police”. Bravo posted on social media.
Meanwhile, the West Indies alrounder Kieron Pollard is all set to return to captaining West Indies in the final ODI against India. With valuable ICC Cricket World Cup Super League points available, the visiting side will be keen at least end the series with a win before the caravan shifts to the T20Is.