TOP STORIES

AUS vs WI 1st Test day 3: Khawaja cops a nasty blow as Australia win by 10 wickets

Friday, 19-Jan-2024
News

Leading a resounding performance from their bowlers, in particular and batters, Australia emerged victorious against the West Indies in the 1st Test match at Adelaide Oval, routing the visitors by 10 wickets to lead a commanding win to take 1-0 lead. It turned out to be a comprehensive win for Australia that came at ease. Australia's bowling attack led by Josh Hazlewood and pat Cummins left the West Indies struggling to match their opponents' intensity.

But, Australia’s win might have come at a heavy cost after their solid opener Usman Khawaja was struck on the chin by the bouncer from West Indies debutant Shamar Joseph. It appeared to be a serious blow with Khawaja spitting out blood. Australia were just chasing a total of 26, which they pulled off just ahead of the lunch. It was a short ball from Shamar Joseph that struck Khawaja on the helmet. Khawaja, unable to decide between evading or defending, suffered a nasty blow to his jaw. 

In the match summary, Australia had decided to bowl after winning the toss, bowling out West Indies for 188 in the first innings with Josh Hazlewood and Pat Cummins returning with four wickets each. In their first Innings, Australia notched up 283, with Travis Head guiding the side to a competitive score with his 119-run knock. Australia restricted West Indies to 120 in the second innings, which helped visitors set the mere total of 26. In the chase, Australia’s opening pair of Steve Smith and Usman Khawaja brought team a victory. Khawaja had retired hurt.  

 

 

 

Tags

More News

News

ENG vs IND 3rd Test, day 5: England pull off stunning victory to go 2-1 up

3 hrs ago

England delivered a gritty and determined performance on the final day (Monday) of the third Test at Lord's, overcoming India by 22 runs in a nail-biting finish to take a 2-1 lead in the five-match series. In a low-scoring but dramatic encounter, England successfully defended a modest target of 193, showcasing their fighting spirit.

Despite a...


News

Siraj fined for fiery send-off to England batter Ben Duckett

11 hrs ago

Indian pacer Mohammed Siraj has been handed a fine of 15 per cent of his match fee for breaching the ICC Code of Conduct during day four of the ongoing third Test against England at Lord’s. The fine follows Siraj’s fiery send-off to England batter Ben Duckett after he dismissed him on day four (Sunday) at Lord’s. Siraj, after dismissing Duckett, celebrated aggressively be...


News

"We'll get 6 wickets in the first hour": England batting coach Marcus Trescothick

13 hrs ago

England’s batting coach Marcus Trescothick has exuded confidence in bowlers, saying they would be able to take six wickets in the first hour on day 5 of the third Test against India on Monday to set up an exciting victory. India need 135 runs to win the third Test to go 2-1 up in the series, while England are only six wickets away fr...


News

MI New York beat Washington Freedom to clinch second MLC title

14 hrs ago

Young Rachin Ravindra’s 70-run knock went in vain as MI New York completed a memorable 5-run win over Washington Freedom to win their maiden MLC title on Monday at Grand Prairie Stadium. It’s been one of the most remarkable campaigns for MI New York, who, after losing six of their first seven games, staged a fascinating comeback to ...


News

ENG vs IND 3rd Test, day 5: A thrilling day awaits as England stage stirring comeback

15 hrs ago

As India and England enter day five of the ongoing third Test at Lord’s, the showdown stands tantalizingly balanced, promising a nail-biting finish on the final day on Monday. India, chasing a target of 193, now find themselves in a tense situation, having lost four batters for low scores. They need 135 more runs to win with just six wickets in hand, whil...