I agree, world cricket needs a strong West Indian side, and this gives the West Indies something they haven't really had before, a chance to witness swashbuckling Caribbean cricket, but with the benefit of actually being able to support their own country rather than an indescript union of countries. Bringing back fans to West Indian cricket is a good start, but other steps need to be taken. Also, the problem may arise that fans become more partizan for their own Island rather than developing support for the 'West Indies'.

I'll wait and see what happens. I have to say that if I'm ever in the Caribbean, I'd try and catch a match.