Champions trophy: Five Reasons India should take West Indies seriously

3. Key West Indian players

Marlon Samuels has a good record against India

The West Indies has emerged as a potent limited overs side in the recent years made up of explosive individuals with all-round abilities. Dwayne Bravo, Marlon Samuels and Kieron Pollard can pack a strong punch and have the ability to win a game on their own. Add to that the promise of Darren Bravo and experience of Ramnaresh Sarwan, and you have a decent batting line-up who can put up and chase a score of 250-275. Kieron Pollard’s lower middle order skills must be utilized and that can happen only if West Indies have a stable platform. Marlon Samuels has had a terrific time against India in the past, and he will pose a considerable threat as well.