West Indies Captain Chase Slams Umpiring After Test Loss, Demands Accountability

Saturday - 28/06/2025 03:25
The West Indies captain expressed deep frustration at a series of questionable umpiring decisions that he felt went against his side

Roston Chase, the captain of the West Indies cricket team, is advocating for increased accountability among match officials following his team's 159-run loss to Australia in the first Test match held in Barbados. Chase voiced his concerns regarding several contentious umpiring decisions that he believes negatively impacted his team's performance.

Roston Chase expressing his frustration after the defeat.
Roston Chase expressing his frustration after the defeat. © AFP

Chase expressed his frustration, highlighting the disparity in treatment between players and officials. "It's frustrating because as players, when we mess up or we do stuff that people don't like, we're penalised harshly, but the officials, nothing ever happens to them," Chase stated. He further added, "They just have a wrong decision or questionable decision and life just goes on. So, it's a bit unfair in my estimation."

He emphasized the potential impact of poor decisions on players' careers. "You're talking about guys' careers. One bad decision could make or break a guy's career. I just think that it should be an even playground in terms of when players step out of line, they're penalised. I think that there should be some penalty put in place when you have blatant decisions going against you."

Chase acknowledged his team's strong performance in dismissing Australia for a relatively low score of 180. However, he believes that a series of unfavorable umpiring calls significantly hampered their progress. Specifically, he pointed to the controversial dismissals of himself (lbw) and Shai Hope (caught behind) during the West Indies' first innings, which disrupted their momentum.

"This game is a frustrating one for me and for the team because we bowled out Australia for a relatively low score. We were very happy with that, but then there were so many questionable calls in the game and none of them went our way," Chase lamented. "I mean, as a player, you're out there, you're giving your all, you're fighting. And then nothing is going your way. It could be heartbreaking."

Chase elaborated on the importance of set batsmen on the wicket, stating, "You see what set batters can do on the wicket. The wicket is one where once you get in, you can get runs, but the hardest part is to get in. Me and Shai Hope were going well and then, obviously, we had some questionable calls. That really set us back in terms of creating a big lead on the total that Australia set."

He concluded by expressing the team's disappointment and sense of injustice. "It's clear to see anyone would feel bad or feel hurt about those decisions. You're out there playing to win, giving it your all and it seems like everyone is against you."

Prior to Chase's comments, West Indies head coach Daren Sammy also raised concerns regarding the consistency of TV umpire Adrian Holdstock.

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