Alzarri Joseph has now provided his version of events while speaking on the Good Morning Jojo Sport Show, describing Daren Sammy's public remarks as "controversial" and "without context" while explaining the workload and injury concerns behind his decision.
The 29-year-old's concerns largely revolved around his body following a difficult period with injuries. Joseph had spent roughly a year away from the intensity of international cricket after suffering his second stress fracture before eventually returning against Sri Lanka in June.
"We had a chat, myself and the head coach. I've also had a chat with CWI and if you realize I was out of cricket for roughly a year after my second stress fracture. I came back into international cricket against Sri Lanka, played two Test matches and then five ODIs back-to-back. At that point, I just felt like my body was not ready to go into another Test series."
What Daren Sammy originally said about Alzarri Joseph
However, Daren Sammy subsequently presented the situation differently while speaking to reporters two days before the opening Test at the Brian Lara Stadium in Tarouba.
The West Indies head coach acknowledged that Joseph was returning from injury but confirmed that he had been selected before turning down the opportunity to feature in the series.
The head coach also indicated that questions surrounding contracted players declining selection were beyond his authority, saying that the matter was for the directors to address.
"I'm not representing Daren Sammy" - Alzarri Joseph addresses relationship with coach
The pacer was also directly questioned about whether the episode had affected his relationship with Daren Sammy. While his response highlighted the disagreement between the two, the pacer made it clear that he would continue carrying out his responsibilities professionally. He said:
Joseph further stressed that playing for the West Indies remains his priority. He indicated that his job within the setup is not about building friendships but performing his role and representing the team whenever he is available for selection.
West Indies, meanwhile, have moved ahead with their Pakistan Test assignment without the experienced quick, with their bowling attack featuring Justin Greaves, Shamar Joseph, Kemar Roach and Jayden Seales among others, and they won the first Test by 90 runs.
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