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West Indies tour of Australia 2024

West Indies achieved a landmark Test win in Australia on January 28, marking their first win in 27 years. Michael Vaughan has called for better distribution of ICC funds to bolster the team's future.

Shamar Joseph of West Indies celebrates with teammates after dismissing Josh Hazlewood of Australia. (Getty Images)

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‘Test cricket is the No. 1 but West Indies future depends on…’: Michael Vaughan bold remark after Shamar Joseph’s Gabba heroics

In an unforgettable scene, Brian Lara was seen embracing fellow commentator and former Australian cricketer Adam Gilchrist as the West Indies clinched victory over Australia at the Gabba.

Brian Lara teared up after West Indies defeated Australia.

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Watch: Emotional Brian Lara tears up in commentary box after West Indies' win over Australia at Gabba; reaction sets internet ablaze

Shamar Joseph's incredible seven-wicket haul enabled West Indies defeat Australia by eight runs in the second Test match at the Gabba in Brisbane.

 Shamar Joseph of the West Indies celebrates victory after taking the wicket of Josh Hazlewood of Australia.

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AUS vs WI: 'Injured' Shamar Joseph's 7-fer hands Australia 1st defeat in Pink Ball Test as fortress Gabba breached again

Steve Smith didn't make a notable impact in his debut as a Test opener. He was dismissed by debutant Shamar Joseph on his first ball during the Test match between Australia and the West Indies.

Shamar Joseph of the West Indies bowls (Left) and Steve Smith of Australia walks off the field. (Getty Images)

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AUS vs WI: Steve Smith stutters in 1st outing as opener in Tests as debutant Shamar Joseph strikes in first ball of his career

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Virat Kohli went past legendar Australian batter Don Bradman's tally of Test centuries with unbeaten 100 at Optus Stadium, Perth.

Virat Kohli reached his 81th international century from 143 balls.

Kohli scored his second Test century at Optus Stadium, Perth.

Kohli reached three figures with a boundary off Marnus Labuschagne.

India's Virat Kohli gestures towards his wife Anushka Sharma in the stands as he celebrates reaching his half-century in Perth Test.

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Virat Kohli tormented Australian bowlers on Day 3 of Perth Test.

Kohli's six hit the steward outside the boundary.

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Virat Kohli's upper cut for six hits the security guard on the side of head on Day 3 of Perth Test.

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Watch: Virat Kohli's upper cut for six off Mitchell Starc hits steward in Perth on head, Australian players and physio rush to check on him

Steve Smith who was dismissed for a golden duck by Jasprit Bumrah admitted during the tea break on Day 3 that Australia are way behind the game.

Australia are set to get a mammoth target in the Perth Test.

Steve Smith feels the uneven bounce is not a good sign for Australian batters.

Smith is yet to score a century in fourth innings of his Test career.

Steve Smith of Australia looks on waiting to take to the field during day three of the First Test match at Perth Stadium on November 24, 2024.

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Before the Day 3's play, assistant coach Abhishek Nayar said that captain Rohit Sharma will begin his preparations for the pink-ball Adelaide Test.

Rohit Sharma averages over 31 in Australia in Test cricket.

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Rohit arrived in Perth on November 24. 

Indian captain Rohit Sharma arrives in Perth, Australia. 

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KL Rahul batted patiently on the bouncy track at Perth Stadium and shared a 201-run stand opening stand with Yashasvi Jaiswal. 

KL Rahul scored 77 runs from 176 balls including five fours.

Rahul lost his wicket to Mitchell Starc in both innings.

Rahul opened the innings in the absence of Rohit Sharma. 

KL Rahul going out to bat on Day 3 of Perth Test: Bollywood actress Athiya Shetty at an event.

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‘Test cricket is the No. 1 but West Indies future depends on…’: Michael Vaughan bold remark after Shamar Joseph’s Gabba heroics

Watch: Emotional Brian Lara tears up in commentary box after West Indies' win over Australia at Gabba; reaction sets internet ablaze

AUS vs WI: 'Injured' Shamar Joseph's 7-fer hands Australia 1st defeat in Pink Ball Test as fortress Gabba breached again

AUS vs WI: Steve Smith stutters in 1st outing as opener in Tests as debutant Shamar Joseph strikes in first ball of his career

Shamar Joseph Players Stats

Shamar

Joseph

Guyana• Bowler

Team $ - Top News

‘Test cricket is the No. 1 but West Indies future depends on…’: Michael Vaughan bold remark after Shamar Joseph’s Gabba heroics

Watch: Emotional Brian Lara tears up in commentary box after West Indies' win over Australia at Gabba; reaction sets internet ablaze

AUS vs WI: 'Injured' Shamar Joseph's 7-fer hands Australia 1st defeat in Pink Ball Test as fortress Gabba breached again

AUS vs WI: Steve Smith stutters in 1st outing as opener in Tests as debutant Shamar Joseph strikes in first ball of his career

Guyana
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Bowler