Sidelined West Indies batsman Jermaine Blackwood is one of three Jamaicans named in the West Indies ‘a’ squad for the upcoming three one day matches against England Lions.

Blackwood along with Andre Mcarthy and Odean Smith were named in the 13 man squad that will have Kieran Powell as captain.

Jahmar Hamilton has been named as vice-captain while the remainder of the squad include Roston Chase, Rakheem Cornwall, Chanderpaul Hemraj, Kavem Hodge, Keemo Paul, Raymond Reifer, Romario Sheperd and Jomel Warrican.

The three matches will be played on March 6, 9 and 11 at the Coolidge Cricket ground in Antigua.