West Indies and Sri Lanka are no doubt champion teams, and they have won several titles. However, they have not been able to qualify directly for the ODI World Cup 2023. That means, they need to play the World Cup 2023 Qualifiers, with the associate members, to get qualified.
Certainly, playing World Cup Qualifiers will be going to be against the pride of both teams. However, that is the only way that is left in front of them. In the qualifiers, only two teams will be able to qualify for the World Cup 2023.
Also Read: Full Schedule of ICC Cricket World Cup Qualifiers 2023
Reason for not qualifying for the ODI World Cup 2023
You’ll be surprised to know that even Afghanistan has directly qualified for the World Cup 2023. Initially Sri Lanka, West Indies, and South Africa, all these three teams didn’t qualify for the World Cup. However, later on, South Africa managed to Qualify. The main reason, that Sri Lanka and West Indies, didn’t qualify is that they were not able to collect enough points. Due to this fact, they were left behind.
Only Hope for Sri Lanka and West Indies –
The only hope for Sri Lanka and West Indies is to ensure that they reach the top 2 of the Qualifiers. Because only the best two teams are going to qualify for the World Cup. In case these two champion teams will not be able to perform well, then it is certainly going to drop the confidence level of this team.
However, despite the pressure and uncertainty surrounding their qualification, both Sri Lanka and West Indies must remain focused and determined. It is essential for the players to maintain a positive mindset, work on their weaknesses, and capitalize on their strengths.
What other teams can learn?
For other teams that have qualified for the World Cup 2023, it is a lesson that they should not take a team like Afghanistan lightly. Because this team was able to collect more points than Sri Lanka and West Indies, to qualify for the finals.
