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The West Indies men’s team’s troubles at the ICC Cricket World Cup have extended far beyond the field of play, continuing long after their bid for a third title concluded. The Men in Maroon are currently stranded in Kolkata due to the sudden escalation of conflict in the Gulf region, specifically military strikes involving the US, Israel, and Iran. This crisis has led to severe international airspace restrictions and the closure of key transit corridors.