Following the Test team's disheartening collapse against Australia at Sabina Park, where they were bowled out for just 27 runs, legendary former West Indies captain Clive Lloyd has urged cricketing authorities to conduct a serious and thorough review of the sport at all levels in the Caribbean. The 27-run total, which was only one run higher than the lowest score in Test history—New Zealand's 26 in 1955—has caused a great deal of anxiety among cricket fans worldwide.

Lloyd, along with fellow legends Sir Viv Richards and Brian Lara, has been invited by Cricket West Indies (CWI) to attend an urgent summit to talk about the future of cricket in the West Indies. Lloyd stressed the importance of candid introspection and comprehensive reforms in a statement to ESPNcricinfo.

"We have to examine all aspects of West Indies cricket-from grassroots to the international level. Everything must be looked at closely and carefully. West Indies cricket is an institution. It has given so much to the people of this region, and we must do all we can to revive it," he said.

Lloyd, who oversaw the West Indies during their heyday in the 1970s and 1980s, stated that he is still willing to assist in any way he can. He feels that immediate attention is needed, especially with regard to the Test team's batting. Throughout the series, only Brandon King and Anderson Phillip averaged higher than 20, with King's 75 in Grenada being the highest score from either team.

Serious technical and mental shortcomings have been shown by the team's incapacity to bat for extended periods of time, which was brought to light by the historic collapse. More patient and disciplined hitters who can "dig in" and respect their wickets are needed, Lloyd emphasized.

"We need a couple of Larry Gomes-players who are willing to bat ugly if needed, stay at the crease, and wear down the bowlers. We haven't been doing that. We've lost that ability to fight and stay in," he said.

He also reiterated head coach Daren Sammy's worries on the Caribbean's pitch quality and local cricket's structure. Lloyd questioned if the pitches are assisting players in developing the abilities required for Test cricket and whether there is an adequate amount of high-quality cricket being played at the school, club, and first-class levels.

"We have to go back to basics. Are our young players getting the right kind of cricket? Are our pitches helping them learn how to build innings or bowl long spells? The mental side of our game needs to improve too."

In all three cycles of the World Test Championship, the West Indies have now placed eighth. There is not much time for a speedy recuperation given their forthcoming overseas trips to India and New Zealand. The region still has talent, according to Lloyd, who famously guided the West Indies to victory in the first Cricket World Cup in 1975, but drastic measures are now necessary.

"I'm always available to help in any way. We've been playing top-class cricket for nearly 100 years. We owe it to ourselves to get this right."

Lloyd's remarks serve as a stark reminder that legacy is insufficient as the Caribbean considers its illustrious cricketing history. The sentimental moment is over. The rebuilding process has begun.