AHMEDABAD, India — West Indies captain Roston Chase has openly addressed the financial and infrastructural challenges plaguing Caribbean cricket following a humiliating defeat to India in the first Test match. The West Indies suffered an innings and 140-run loss within three days in Ahmedabad, with their batting lineup collapsing twice, scoring just 162 and 146 runs. In contrast, India dominated with a declaration at 448-5, including three centuries. This defeat adds to a series of poor performances by the West Indies, a team that once reigned supreme in international cricket. Chase emphasized the dire financial situation in the Caribbean, stating, ‘There is obviously a struggle for finances, so whatever help we can get, I hope we do, to strengthen the infrastructure for cricket.’ He also pointed out the subpar training facilities and slow outfields in the region, which hinder player development and performance. Despite these challenges, Chase refused to use them as excuses for the team’s recent failures, including a 3-0 home series loss to Australia earlier this year and a shocking defeat to Nepal in a T20 series. The West Indies’ struggles in the five-day format continue, with batsmen failing to convert starts into substantial scores. Chase’s candid remarks shed light on the systemic issues that have contributed to the decline of Caribbean cricket.