Two-time T20 World Cup captain Daren Sammy had done a lot of soul-searching. His focus is on taking St Lucia Zouks to the play-off.
“The main focus is to do well for the Zouks, and that will raise eyebrows in terms of West Indies selection,” Sammy said.

The 36-year-old Sammy has said he has not closed the door on a West Indies selection with T20 World Cups looming. He posited that he is in a good space mentally. “I am in a very good place mentally. I am not under any pressure to perform and keep my spot, so I am just here to elevate the youngsters, and I think I am closer to the end,” Sammy concluded.

The vocal Sammy has indicated that his team made use of the resources they had. Coached by Andy Flower, the Zouks captain is impressed with the leadership quality in the camp. Zouks have always looked a strong team on paper, but have failed to convert perception into reality.

Sammy has credited the new team owners for bringing difference in management. “Over the years, I have focused a lot on management and leading. This year I want to focus on the cricket, and this year I have already seen strong leaders within the group. I can’t wait – honestly – to lead them out of the park,” Sammy explained.

Earlier in the week, Sammy expressed his disappointment with some players having the opportunity to train and some being required to stay indoors. “My point was: Why not everyone in the bubble? But it is logical to have everyone participating in the tournament be in the bubble at the inception,” Sammy echoed.

Sammy noted that other players shared this same view and have lodged their complaints with managers and with him, a senior captain.
With Chris Gayle being transferred to the Zouks earlier, but now opting out, Sammy said he was looking forward to play with the Universe Boss, and his leadership in the batting group would have been invaluable.