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West Indies add Amir Jangoo to T20I squad as cover for injured Jewel Andrew

Jewel Andrew hurt a finger during the third ODI against India and is being monitored by the West Indies medical team ahead of the five-match T20I series.

Published: Monday, 5 October 2026 at 6:48 AM
West Indies add Amir Jangoo to T20I squad as cover for injured Jewel Andrew
Key Things to Know
  • West Indies called up Amir Jangoo as T20I injury cover for wicketkeeper Jewel Andrew.
  • Andrew injured his finger during the third ODI against India, though scans showed no fracture.
  • Jangoo scored 239 runs across three matches during the recent ODI series against India.
The Story in 60 Seconds

West Indies have added wicketkeeper-batter Amir Jangoo to their T20I squad as injury cover for Jewel Andrew ahead of their five-match series in India. The 19-year-old Andrew injured his finger while taking a catch in the third ODI on October 3, 2026. While hospital scans revealed no fracture, Andrew remains under observation by the medical team to decide his availability for the upcoming series.

Jangoo enters the T20I squad in impressive form after scoring 239 runs across the recent three-match ODI series against India. The 29-year-old also played a crucial role in helping Antigua and Barbuda Falcons win the CPL title in September. The five-match T20I series is scheduled to begin in Lucknow on October 6, 2026.

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