Roston Lamar Chase is a cricketer from Barbados, born on March 22, 1992. He plays as an all-rounder for the West Indies national team and the Barbados team. Known for his right-handed batting and right-arm off-spin bowling, Chase has been celebrated for his composure at the crease and his effectiveness as a frontline spinner, particularly in Test cricket.
Early Career
Chase started his professional career with Barbados in the 2010-11 Regional Four Day Competition at just 18 years old. After occasional start, he became bowler of the Barbados team from the 2012-13 season. He registered his maiden first-class century (120* vs Windward Islands) in the 2014-15 season and totaled 534 runs in eight matches that season, ranking fourth in the local standings. His strong domestic performances led to accolades, including being named the Best Regional Limited-Overs Cricketer in 2018 by Cricket West Indies, and he consistently featured in the Caribbean Premier League and other T20 franchises.
International Career
Test Cricket:
Chase made his Test debut for West Indies in July 2016 against India. In only his second match, he produced a standout performance with a century and a five-wicket haul, making him just the fourth West Indian to achieve this double in a Test match. He subsequently played key innings, including two centuries against Pakistan in 2017, and delivered one of the best bowling performances for West Indies with figures of 8/60 against England in 2019.
ODI and T20I:
He debuted in ODIs in June 2017 against Afghanistan and has had a sporadic limited-overs career. His ODI performances have been less impact, resulting in his failure from the 2019 World Cup squad. Nevertheless, Chase made his T20I debut for the West Indies during the 2021 T20 World Cup against Bangladesh and was later included in the 2024 T20 World Cup squad.
Leadership:
In May 2025, following Kraigg Brathwaite’s resignation, Chase was named captain of the West Indies Test team, a testament to his longstanding role and leadership on the field.
Career
- Test Matches: 85 matches, 115 innings, key achievements include scoring centuries and excellent all-round performances.
- ODI Matches: 60 matches, 953 runs, average of 26, with 72 fours and 9 sixes; an all-round contributor with the ball as well.
- T20I: Limited appearances, but featured in major events like the ICC Men’s T20 World Cups in 2021 and 2024.
Chase has also played for multiple domestic and franchise teams including Barbados Pride, Barbados Royals, Saint Lucia Kings, Guyana Amazon Warriors, and overseas teams such as Comilla Victorians and Abu Dhabi Knight Riders.
Notable Achievements
- Achieved the rare Test match double of a century and five wickets in only his second game.
- Named ‘ Association Cricketer of the Year and Test Cricketer of the Year in 2017.
- Took one of the best figures of him (8/60) against England in 2019.
- Appointed West Indies Test captain in 2025, marking a new phase in his leadership journey.
Net Worth
Roston Chase’s net worth is estimated to be between $1–2 million USD (approximately ₹8–16 crore INR) as of 2025. His annual income from his Cricket West Indies contract is estimated at $100,000–$150,000, in addition to CPL earnings, match fees, and endorsements.
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Chase is primarily valued for his all-round ability in Tests, but has also been a consistent presence in West Indian squads for ODIs and T20Is, and now leads the Test team as captain.