There was extensive criticism of West Indies for sending a struggling team on their tour. Former Caribbean cricketer Jeff had earlier mentioned that a sacrificial lamb was being sent to Cummins’ slaughterhouse. In Brisbane, Joseph led a remarkable solo effort against Australia’s strong batting lineup.
The 24-year-old pacer, playing his first Test series against Australia, faced defeat in the Test Championship against Samar Joseph. Just a few days ago, Samar Joseph was an unknown name, having played only five first-class matches, but now he is part of history for the West Indies. After 27 years, West Indies won a Test in Australia, defeating them with a resounding performance.
However, Joseph’s second Test was not just about bowling; he faced an injury while batting in the fourth innings of the Brisbane Test against Mitchell Starch’s Yorker, leaving the field with a bloodied finger. Until then, Joseph had shown intense determination with both bat and ball, sending seven Australian batters back to the pavilion, conceding only 68 runs, showcasing his prowess as the best bowler in the series.
With the victory in Brisbane, Joseph not only contributed to the match but also played a vital role in the series win for the West Indies. His excellent bowling in the first innings against Pat Cummins and in the second innings against Steve Smith has earned praise from both sides.
After 27 years, the West Indies celebrated a Test victory on Australian soil, and captain Pat Cummins congratulated Joseph. At the end of the match, Ozzie captain Cummins swapped jerseys with Joseph and collected his autograph.
Despite setting a target of 216 runs, West Indies started losing wickets early in the chase and fell short with only 8 runs on the board, resulting in a victory for Australia.
