Led by captain Kraigg Brathwaite, the squad was based at Tonbridge between Tuesday 25 and Thursday 27 June as it prepared for the Richards-Botham Test series against England, which begins in July.

Players used the School’s facilities, and in particular The Head, its renowned cricket pitch, across three days of training. Many boys were able, between lessons, to watch the team practising in the nets, while a number of the School’s cricketers even had the opportunity of having a bowl at the international players.

On their final day, after two days in the nets, the West Indies played a warm-up game. Later they mingled with the boys, signing autographs and posing for selfies, as all at Tonbridge wished the visitors a fond farewell.

Chris Morgan, the School’s Director of Sport said: “This was such an exciting week, providing our students with a first-hand glimpse into the lives of professional cricketers. It was an unforgettable experience too, for those students who were able to test out their skills on the pitch against world-class players. Our hosting of the West Indies further enhances our reputation as one of the premier cricket schools and locations in the country, and we wish the squad well for the rest of their tour.”