WICB CEO Hilaire chides WIPA

West Indies Cricket Board (WICB), Chief Executive Officer, Ernest Hilaire has chided players union president, Dinnath Ramnarine over his public criticism of the shortened regional first class season.



Hilaire says the board had taken a financially prudent decision to cut back on the number of matches in next year’s championship.



Hilaire said the WICB acted responsibly in managing the finances at its disposal.



He further says while the WICB and the West Indies Players Association are yet to reach agreement on the length of the season, the board needs to press ahead with administering the game in the region.



Last week, Ramnarine criticized the seven-round championship, labeling it insufficient for the needs of players and calling for a review of the fixtures.



However, Halaire said he is disappointed in Ramnarine’s response and has denounced the players union’s approach to the matter.



The first class season is set to bowl off on January 8 with the first round being contested in Jamaica.