NEW DELHI: Daren Sammy, the head coach of West Indies cricket team, on Thursday expressed his frustration on social media as the Caribbean side remained stranded in the city for more than four days because of international airspace restrictions triggered by the United States and Israel strikes on Iran.

The West Indies, who were knocked out of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup after losing to India national cricket team in the Super Eight stage on Sunday, have not been able to return home as flight operations through parts of the Gulf region continue to remain disrupted.

Sammy voices frustration on social media

Expressing his frustration, Sammy posted on X: "I just wanna go home."

Four hours later, the former West Indies captain followed it up with another post seeking clarity on their travel plans.

"At least an update, tell us something. Today tmw, next week. It's been 5 days," Sammy wrote.

With the situation still uncertain, several West Indies players are likely to remain in India as their respective Indian Premier League franchises are set to begin preparatory camps in the coming weeks.

Rovman Powell is part of Kolkata Knight Riders, whose camp begins on March 18, while Sherfane Rutherford represents Mumbai Indians. Shimron Hetmyer plays for Rajasthan Royals and Romario Shepherd is with Royal Challengers Bengaluru.

ICC working on travel arrangements

An official of the Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) said the matter is currently being handled by the International Cricket Council.

"It is completely handled by ICC. We have no update on the West Indies team movement but as per the latest update they are still here and looking for a chartered flight," the official told PTI.

Cricket West Indies had earlier said it was working with the ICC and relevant authorities to ensure the safe return of the players.

"Cricket West Indies (CWI) wishes to advise that the departure of the West Indies senior men's team from India, following their exit from the ICC Men's T20 World Cup, has been delayed due to international airspace restrictions," the board said in a statement.

"These restrictions are a direct result of the security threats posed by military action in the Gulf Region, which has impacted several international flight routes and required airlines to adjust scheduled services for safety reasons."

"CWI appreciates the understanding and concern of our fans, families and stakeholders during this time," it added.

Zimbabwe national cricket team players, who were also stranded in India due to the same reason, have started returning home in batches after the ICC arranged alternative travel routes via Addis Ababa in Ethiopia.