The transformation of the Antiguan Recreation Ground from run-down football stadium to Test match venue in the space of 48 hours has been little short of remarkable.

The last time the West Indies played Test cricket here was back in 2006, when they salvaged a draw against India. Since then the stands and the outfield have both gradually declined as the Sir Viv Richards Stadium rose from the swamp lands. Indeed, international football has been played across the ARG square, which gives a good indication of the supposed futile hope of cricket ever returning.

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