Australia vs West Indies 1st Test Match Day 1 Highlights – Australia’s Bowlers Shine
After winning the toss, Australia opted to bowl first, setting the stage for a dominant performance by their bowlers. Led by skipper Pat Cummins and the relentless Josh Hazlewood, the Aussies bundled out the West Indies for 188. Kirk McKenzie emerged as a saving grace for the visitors, registering a well-fought half-century. By the end of Day 1, Australia stood at 59/2, with Usman Khawaja (30*) and Cameron Green (6*) holding their ground.
Australia vs West Indies 1st Test Match Day 2 Highlights – Hazlewood’s Brilliance and West Indies Struggle
Hazlewood continued his bowling brilliance on Day 2, transforming it into a personal showcase of skill. His sensational 4-for in the second innings had a magical touch that would make Merlin himself envious. The West Indies found themselves in dire straits at 73/6, with only Joshua Da Silva standing firm against Hazlewood’s onslaught. As the day unfolded, Australia sensed imminent victory, with dreams of triumph filling their minds as they headed to bed.
Australia vs West Indies 1st Test Match Day 3 Highlights – Australia Seals the Victory
The final day brought the climax as Australia annihilated the West Indies to take a 1-0 lead in the series. Travis Head’s attacking century (119 from 134 balls) set the tone, propelling Australia to a first-innings lead of 95. Hazlewood, continuing his splendid form, took four wickets for just two runs at the start of the West Indies’ second innings. The visitors struggled at 73-6, still 22 runs away from making Australia bat again.
With just 26 runs needed for victory, Australia knocked off the remaining target in a blink, sealing a thumping win and a 1-0 series lead. It was a performance with the Adelaide crowd roaring like a pack of kangaroos on espresso, leaving the Windies licking their wounds and wondering what hit them.
So, what were the key takeaways from this epic encounter?
- Hazlewood: The Hero Down Under: Josh Hazlewood was the show’s undisputed star, his swing bowling magic decimating the West Indies batting line-up. He finished the match with a staggering 9 wickets, a testament to his skill and temperament.
- Head’s Heavenly Hundred: Travis Head’s aggressive century on Day 2 was a masterclass in attacking batting, putting the Aussies firmly in the driver’s seat. His innings showed just how destructive he can be in the zone.
- Windies Wobble: Despite McKenzie’s valiant effort, the West Indies never recovered from the early blows inflicted by Cummins and Hazlewood. Their batting, particularly in the second innings, needed more discipline and firepower to compete with the Aussies.
What’s next for these two teams? The series moves to Brisbane for the second Test, where the Windies will be desperate to bounce back and level the score. The Aussies, however, will be riding high on their Adelaide triumph and looking to wrap up the series with another dominant performance.
