Dwayne Smith ruled out of first Test

Dwayne Smith has been ruled out of West Indies' first Test against England, which starts on Thursday in Jamaica. Smith dislocated a finger in his right hand while fielding in the nets.

"It was a most unfortunate development for the young man," Ricky Skerritt, the team manager, said. "But Dwayne has the right attitude towards situations like this and there is no doubt he'll be back stronger than ever."

The West Indian selectors have decided against naming a replacement for Smith, which means that Ricardo Powell or Ryan Hinds will take the No. 6 spot in the line-up. Dave Bernard has been added to the squad as an emergency fielder.