Veerasammy Permaul (often mistakenly referred to as “Paul”) is a 36‑year‑old Guyanese left‑arm orthodox spinner who has represented the West Indies in international cricket. He is one of the most experienced spinners in the Caribbean, with a long domestic career for Guyana.
Personal & Background
- Full Name: Veerasammy Permaul
- Born: 10 August 1989, Berbice, Guyana
- Batting Style: Left‑handed
- Bowling Style: Slow left‑arm orthodox
- Role: Bowler
- Domestic Teams: Guyana Jaguars / Guyana Harpy Eagles (Regional Four‑Day & Super50)
- Franchise Teams: Guyana Amazon Warriors (CPL)
Career Highlights
- Test Debut: November 2012 vs Bangladesh.
- ODI Debut: March 2013 vs Zimbabwe.
- T20I Debut: December 2014 vs South Africa.
- Domestic Success: Over 500 first‑class wickets, making him one of the leading wicket‑takers in West Indies domestic cricket.
- CPL Contributions: Regular spinner for Guyana Amazon Warriors, known for his economy and wicket‑taking ability.
- Recognition: Renowned for consistency and longevity in Caribbean cricket.
Veerasammy Permaul Statistics
| Format | Matches | Wickets | Best Bowling | Bowl Avg | Bat Runs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tests | 7 | 18 | 3/32 | ~38.0 | 50+ |
| ODIs | 7 | 8 | 3/40 | ~35.0 | 40+ |
| T20Is | 3 | 2 | 1/26 | ~40.0 | 20+ |
| First‑Class | 130+ | 500+ | 7/29 | ~22.0 | 1,500+ |
| List A | 80+ | 120+ | 5/25 | ~28.0 | 400+ |
Style & Strengths
- Bowling: Classical left‑arm orthodox, relies on flight, accuracy, and subtle variations.
- Batting: Lower‑order left‑hander, occasional useful runs.
- Temperament: Calm, disciplined, thrives in longer formats.
- Utility: Specialist spinner, a stalwart of Guyana’s bowling attack.
Conclusion
Veerasammy Permaul’s career reflects the Caribbean’s reliance on experienced spinners in regional cricket. While his international appearances have been limited, his domestic dominance and CPL contributions underline his value as a consistent wicket‑taker and mentor for younger players.
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