In the gripping second Test match between Australia and the West Indies in Brisbane, the fiery pace of Mitchell Starc brought about an unfortunate turn of events for the young West Indies pacer, Shamar Joseph. Joseph, who had made a promising debut in the previous Test match and even retired injured Usman Khawaja, faced a challenging moment when struck by a toe-crushing yorker from Starc.
Mitchell Starc’s delivery found its mark, hitting Joseph right at the top of his right toe. The impact was immediate, and Joseph winced in pain. Unable to stand or walk unassisted, he left the field in tears, highlighting the intensity of the blow. Cricket Australia shared a video capturing the incident, emphasizing the visible discomfort experienced by the West Indies pacer.
Here is the video:
Shamar Joseph has to retire hurt after this toe-crusher from Mitch Starc!
Australia need 216 to win #AUSvWI pic.twitter.com/3gAucaEfwg
— cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) January 27, 2024
It was a moment that echoed a sense of concern, reminiscent of Joseph’s earlier impact in the first Test match, where his quick bouncer struck Usman Khawaja on the jaw, resulting in a bleeding injury. Although Khawaja recovered well to play the second Test, the West Indies faced another setback with Joseph’s injury.
Can Australia chase a 200+ target in the 4th inning?
The West Indies frustrated Australia with the bat on Day 3, ending their innings at 193/9. The Australian bowlers, Josh Hazlewood and Nathan Lyon stood out by picking up three wickets each. With Australia now confidently batting at 50/2, featuring Steve Smith and Cameron Green, the team seems poised to maintain their perfect record this season.
Alzarri Joseph’s removal of Usman Khawaja for 10 runs in the second inning showcased the competitive nature of the ongoing Test match. As the game unfolds, the cricketing world remains attentive to the developments, with Mitchell Starc’s fiery bowling and its impact on Shamar Joseph adding a layer of intensity to the series.
