AUS vs WI 2nd test has been played in Brisbane. Also, this was the day-night test match, and played with the pink bowl. This match has a historical end for the West Indies. West Indies upset Australia and won this test by 8 runs.
AUS vs WI Overview
Australia Performance Analysis
AUS vs WI test match 2nd has many things which they have to plan and overview the performances of all player weaknesses. In 1st innings, Australia lose 5 wickets for 54 runs. Hence, the partnership of Usman Khawaja and Alex Carey has avoided a collapse which is good for Australia. Alex Carey played a counter-attack against WI bowlers in 1st innings. Then after Australian Skipper Pat Cummins 64 runs are useful for the Australian Side.
Australia declared their 1st innings at 289 for 9 with 22 runs behind. But, this is the surprise declaration of Australian captain Pat Cummins. Australian skipper wants to take advantage of the 3rd session and take the wicket of the West Indian opening batter. They took a wicket and the day ended. In 2nd inning, they bowled well and did not concede runs. Also, they bowl good overs in 1st innings as well. You can also say that the bowlers did their job well. Batters did not do well and were outclassed by West Indies bowlers.
They need to analyze their mistakes. Marnus Labuschagne`s form is a huge concern for Australia because of his batting position. Australia rethinking the future of Mitch Marsh and Cameron Green on the Australian test side.
West Indies Performance Analysis
This AUS vs WI series 2024 is considered to be historical for the West Indies. West Indies won the test match in Australia after 27 years. A historical moment for every player on the West Indies side. So, they have lost 5 wickets or 64 runs in 1st innings. But, the partnership of Joshua Da Silva and Kevem Hodge played an important innings of 79 and 71 runs respectively. They both played an important role in 1st innings and saved West Indies from a bigger collapse. A handy 50 runs from Kevin Sinclair and 32 runs from Alzarri Joseph.
West Indies all out for 311 runs in 1st innings. In 2nd inning, the condition of batting is very tough, but they have 22 runs leads. So, West Indies faces the tough bowling from Australian bowlers. They little bit but they manage 193 on the scoreboard.
The bowling unit of the West Indies is very incredible in this test match. So, everyone played an important role in this test match. Shamar Joseph is wonderful in his debut series vs Australia. Hence, Shamar Joseph is the hero and history boy for the West Indies side. Experience Kemar Roach and Alzarri Joseph have wonderful support for Shamar Joseph.
The fielding is very electric from the West Indies side and they prove that. Taking important catches led historical win for the West Indies side. West Indies Captain Kraigg Braithwaite shows his good skills in captaincy. The West Indies skipper`s incredible plan implemented by bowlers and victory in this test match.
Conclusion
This AUS vs WI test series is an important lesson for every lower-rank team. So, a little bit of effort and courage leads to winning the big match. West Indies note down and prepare mentally for the big challenges. Do not forget the coaching staff and management for this victory. They are the biggest supporter and cheers. All the legends are overwhelmed by this victory. But, this needs to be carried on.
