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AUS vs WI 1st Test day 1 stumps: Joseph keeps West Indies charged with his intense spell
Australia bundled out West Indies for 188 with Josh Hazlwood and Pat Cummins leading the free fall of West Indies in the first Test match on Wednesday at Adelaide Oval. Australia’s decision to bowl first has yielded great results for them. West Indies fought hard to find momentum in their innings that was destroyed by the duo Pat Cummins and Josh Hazlewood returning with four wickets each.
Kirk McKenzie’s resolute innings of (50) gave West Indies some impetus to get to 188. There was also a crucial 55-run stand between Kemar Roach (17) and Shamar Joseph (36) that helped the team find some momentum. Australia in their first innings, lost their newest opener Steve Smith being taken out by West Indies debutant Shamar Joseph.
Joseph made a good move by finding Smith’s outside edge in the ninth over to disappoint Smith in his new role as Test opener for Australia. Smith departed the crease after knocking off 12 runs. To add to the dream day, Shamar Joseph again struck to send Marnus Labuschagne back for 10. West Indies seem to be gradually making their way back into the proceedings with two crucial wickets being taken in early succession.
Khawaja is hanging back for Australia with his composed temperament to stir Australia through tough times. Alongside Khawaja is Cameron Green, who is getting back to his erstwhile spot at No.4. Both are experienced players as Australia look to get out of disarray. At stumps on day 1, Australia were 59/2 with Khawaja and Green countering West Indies attack. Australia are trailing by 129 runs.
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