Starc and Boland Lead Australia to a Dominant Victory Over West Indies

In a stunning display at Sabina Park, Australia enforced a clean sweep against the West Indies, achieving a comprehensive 176-run victory. Australia posted scores of 225 and 121, while the West Indies crumbled for just 143 and an alarming 27 in their second innings. Steve Smith (48) and Cameron Green (46) contributed solid runs for Australia, but the match’s real drama unfolded with the bowlers.

Mitchell Starc, marking his 100th Test match, delivered an extraordinary performance, recording a record-breaking six wickets for just nine runs. His opening over set the tone, claiming three wickets, including his landmark 400th, and achieving the fastest five-wicket haul in Test history. Starc’s precision saw him dismiss John Campbell, Kevlon Anderson, and Brandon King in a remarkable sequence.

Scott Boland joined the fray with a hat-trick, dismantling the West Indies lower order, while Justin Greaves was the only batter to reach double figures in the second innings. The team faltered to 26-9, narrowly avoiding equaling the record for the lowest Test total, ultimately bowing out for 27 in just 14.3 overs.

Alzarri Joseph showcased his skill with a career-best 5-27, but the day belonged to Starc and Boland, whose brilliant bowling performances underscored Australia’s dominance and brought the three-match series to a definitive conclusion.

Source: newsroom.gy

About the Author

View All Posts