IPL Got My Career Back On Track: West Indies Pacer Obed McCoy

With 16 wickets in his last 10 T20Is since making headlines by playing a crucial role for IPL franchise Rajasthan Royals, left-arm pacer Obed McCoy is raring to go ahead of the 10th season of the Caribbean Premier League. The 25-year-old has switched sides this season and will be featuring for the Barbados Royals. "It's obviously a new franchise for me but I've settled well into the team because there are a lot of familiar faces in our camp. It's like a continuation from the IPL itself, and I am glad that the franchise has again put their faith in me. I feel at home here and that helps me in approaching games with confidence," expressed McCoy.

Having missed out on the IPL trophy earlier this year, the pacer from Kingstown has already set his eyes on the title. "We're here to win the CPL and my plan will be to keep going out there and take wickets to get the team over the rope."

The Barbados Royals will start their CPL campaign against St Kitts and Nevis Patriots, who will be captained by the experienced Dwayne Bravo and boast of a strong line-up.

However, McCoy says his teammates will be focusing on playing their respective roles. "With wickets in the Caribbean, you know that the majority will be spin tracks, so I think that will play a role. I think for batters it will be about getting in and making the most of it, while for the bowling team, the middle overs will be crucial. Having said that, we need to tick all the boxes and adjust to the conditions each time we go out there," he said.

The Royals will also have new captain David Miller joining the squad later in the tournament, with Kyle Mayers serving as his deputy in his absence, and McCoy has shared his thoughts on what the fans can expect from the South African