Two of the Island's most promising young cricketers will get chance to showcase their talent at the international level later this week.

When Jacobi Robinson and Jekon Edness take to the field in Argentina as the youngest members of a new-look Bermuda national squad, it could signal the beginning of a new era for Bermuda cricket.

While those selected to carry the banner for the Island in the Americas Cup tournament might not make up the strongest of squads, the withdrawal of several seasoned cricketers has at least presented the young duo with a golden opportunity to make their mark on the international stage.

Robinson, a talented all-rounder at Somerset Cricket Club, said he was excited to represent the Island and anxious to take to the pitch.

"At the moment, it feels great," he said. "I generally feel better than I normally do when I'm playing during the season. In fact, I feel fitter than I've ever been."

Now entering his fourth season at Somerset, Robinson said he was looking forward to performing at his best whenever his skipper gave him the ball or in whatever else was required of him during the tour.

"It's definitely going to be a learning experience for me and I'm prepared to do whatever the captain (Charlie Marshall) wants me to do," he added. "I believe my role is going to be that of opening the bowling attack with Herbie (Bascome) or perhaps, first change bowler."

The former Bermuda youth team member said he felt comfortable around the senior players and was looking to absorb as much knowledge as possible.

The trip, he hoped, would mark the first of several goals he has set for himself this year.

"I am also looking to push for a Cup Match spot this summer and try to take more wickets this season along with improving on my batting average," added the hard-hitting middle order batsman who is the son of former Western Stars and Somerset Cup Match spinner Wayne (Spike) Richardson.

Edness, meanwhile, has chosen to continue the family trade by taking over the wicketkeeping duties at Western Stars from father Anthony (Porky) Manders, himself no stranger to the international arena.

Likewise the excursion will be a learning experience for the promising 18-year-old.

"I will be looking to learn from the captain (Marshall) and the vice-captain (Dwayne (Sluggo) Leverock)," said Edness.

"I hope to play when we get over there, but if I don't then that's just the way the ball bounces. But I also hope we can win.

"This will be my first overseas tour representing Bermuda so right now I am just prepared to wait and see what happens."