{
  "id": 11650238,
  "title": "‘Don’t Major In The Minor’: Daren Sammy’s Message To West Indies Players Ahead Of IND Vs WI 3rd ODI",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/03/dont-major-in-the-minor-daren-sammys-message-to-west-indies-players",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-03T08:50:39.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Press Journal",
    "slug": "free-press-journal",
    "url": "https://www.freepressjournal.in/sports/dont-major-in-the-minor-daren-sammys-message-to-west-indies-players-ahead-of-ind-vs-wi-3rd-odi"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "West Indies players were given a motivational message by their captain Daren Sammy ahead of the third ODI against India in New Chandigarh. Placed near the team during warm-up, a handwritten board featured the phrase, \"Don’t Major In The Minor, Add Value In Everything You Do.\" The message aimed to emphasize staying focused on the bigger picture and making every action count. Accompanying the main message were fitness and cricket drills, including straight-leg raises, abductor work, mobility exercises, cricket skills, inchworms, and agility-focused activities like hurdle walkovers, mini hurdles, and ladders. Sammy's message to his players came at a crucial time, as West Indies was trailing 0-2 in the three-match series against India. The series was already decided after the first two ODIs, with India securing a win. The board provided a glimpse into the motivational approach being employed by the West Indies ahead of their final match. With the team's performance expected to be scrutinized across all facets of the game, the players would be looking to convert their preparation into a stronger performance, culminating in a win for their tour. The motivational board served as a reminder for Sammy's players to maintain focus and make the most of their final game opportunity.",
  "summary": "Daren Sammy appeared to have a clear message for his West Indies players ahead of the third ODI against India in New Chandigarh. A handwritten board placed near the team during their warm-up carried the line, “Don’t Major In The Minor, Add Value In Everything You Do.” The motivational message was accompanied by a series of fitness and cricket drills as the visitors prepared for the series finale.…",
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  "coverage": {
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  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}