MANCHESTER, England (CMC): Captain Jason Holder has underscored the importance of West Indies’ role in the global fight for racial justice after Cricket West Indies announced yesterday that players would wear the Black Lives Matter logo on their shirts during the three-Test series against England starting next week.

“This is a pivotal moment in history for sports, for the game of cricket and for the West Indies cricket team,” Holder said.

“As a group of young men, we know of the rich and diverse history of West Indies cricket and we know we are guardians of the great game for generations to come.

“Watching cricket with my grandad, and seeing Brian Lara transcend from being a cricketer to a worldwide superstar, shaped my childhood, so it’s great to be able to help West Indies Cricket show their support in such a meaningful way.”

West Indies face England in the first Test at the Ageas Bowl in Southampton before clashing again with the hosts in the second and third Tests at Old Trafford here.