Hetmyer has been excluded from both the ODI and T20I squads for the West Indies’ upcoming series against Australia. This decision follows his omission from the team against England late last year. Jason Holder and Kyle Mayers are included in the T20I squad after opting out of the Test tour for T20 franchise contracts.

Notably absent from the ODI squad are Holder and Mayers, with batters Brandon King and Sherfane Rutherford allowed to participate in franchise cricket before rejoining for the T20Is. The ODI team, led by Shai Hope, features potential debutants Teddy Bishop and Tevin Imlach. Allrounders Justin Greaves and Kavem Hodge make a return, along with legspinner Hayden Walsh Jr.

Hetmyer, who struggled against England, averaging 32.23 in ODIs, has been left out. The ODI series, scheduled for February 2, 4, and 6, will be followed by the T20Is on February 9, 11, and 13. West Indies aims to build on their recent successes and improve in preparation for the upcoming T20 World Cup, where they are the hosts. Australia’s ODI squad will be captained by Steven Smith, while the T20I squad is yet to be announced but is expected to include David Warner.