Shamar Joseph’s 7-Wicket Haul, The cricketing world witnessed one of the most sensational Test performances in recent memory when Shamar Joseph, a relatively unknown fast bowler from Guyana, ripped through Australia’s batting lineup with a stunning 7-wicket haul at the Gabba. His heroics led the West Indies to their first Test win in Australia since 1997, marking one of the greatest underdog victories in cricket history.
In this exclusive 1500+ word breakdown, we’ll cover:
✔ Who is Shamar Joseph? – His unbelievable rise from a net bowler to a Test hero
✔ The Gabba Test Match Recap – How West Indies shocked Australia
✔ The Spell That Broke the Internet – Over-by-over analysis of his 7/68
✔ Reactions from Cricket Legends – What Ponting, Lara, and Cummins said
✔ What’s Next for Shamar Joseph? – Will he play IPL 2024?
Who is Shamar Joseph? The Unlikely Hero
From Village Cricket to Test Stardom
Shamar Joseph’s 7-Wicket Haul, Just six months ago, Shamar Joseph was working as a security guard in Guyana and playing occasional club cricket. He was discovered during a West Indies fast-bowling trial and quickly impressed with his raw pace.
Key Facts About Shamar Joseph
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Age: 24 years old
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Bowling Style: Right-arm fast (consistently 140+ kmph)
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First-Class Experience: Only 5 matches before his Test debut
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Test Debut: January 2024 vs Australia (Adelaide) – where he took a 5-wicket haul
🔗 For more on his background, read ESPNCricinfo’s profile on Shamar Joseph.
The Gabba Test: How West Indies Pulled Off a Miracle
Match Situation Before Day 4
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Australia needed 216 runs to win
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West Indies were massive underdogs (No WI win in Australia since 1997)
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Pat Cummins & Steve Smith were at the crease – A seemingly easy chase
Then Came Shamar Joseph’s Spell
Over-by-Over Breakdown of His 7/68
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Dismisses Cameron Green (8) – A sharp inswinger traps him LBW
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Gets Travis Head (0) – Edges to slip first ball!
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Bowls Mitchell Marsh (10) – A vicious yorker shatters the stumps
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Removes Alex Carey (2) – Another edge, another wicket
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Cleans Up Mitchell Starc (0) – Unplayable full delivery
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Dismisses Pat Cummins (2) – Caught behind off a fiery bouncer
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Final Blow: Josh Hazlewood (0) – Bowled middle stump!
Australia collapses from 113/2 to 207 all out!
🔗 Watch the full spell highlights on ICC’s official YouTube channel.
Reactions from Cricket Legends
Brian Lara (WI Legend)
*”This is the greatest fast-bowling performance I’ve seen from a West Indian in 30 years!”*
Ricky Ponting (Aus Legend)
“Joseph reminded me of a young Curtly Ambrose. Unbelievable talent.”
Pat Cummins (Aus Captain)
“We just had no answer. He was too quick, too accurate.”
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What’s Next for Shamar Joseph?
IPL 2024 Contracts?
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Multiple franchises are interested (RCB, KKR, MI scouting him)
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Could be a million-dollar pick in upcoming auctions
Future in Test Cricket
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Now West Indies’ lead fast bowler
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Key player for England tour (July 2024)
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