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The Hindu
33 minutes ago
- Sport
- The Hindu
WI vs AUS: Australia crushes West Indies to win opening Test in Barbados
Australia ruthlessly completed a 159-run victory over West Indies in the first Test on Friday as Nathan Lyon swept up the tail after Josh Hazlewood's five-wicket masterclass broke the host's resistance on a pitch that deteriorated into a bowler's paradise. Lyon claimed the final two wickets in consecutive deliveries, ending Shamar Joseph's entertaining knock at 44 from just 22 balls, as West Indies was dismissed for 141 chasing an improbable 301 to hand Australia a 1-0 series lead. 'There was enough in the wicket, up-and-down from a length,' said Hazlewood, who finished with figures of five for 43. 'It's just about hitting that area time and time again and being patient. I'm just enjoying cricket, Tests at the moment. Good team, atmosphere. I think once we saw West Indies take the second new ball today, we thought things could happen, but not that fast. There's a few cracks on a length from one end, some went low and we got a few bowled and lbws.' Hazlewood's victims included John Campbell (caught behind attempting a scoop), Brandon King (edging to gully first ball), Roston Chase (popping to short-leg) and Keacy Carty (bowled by vicious seam movement), before completing his 13th Test five-wicket haul by having Jomel Warrican caught at slip. Pat Cummins added Shai Hope's wicket with another delivery that kept fatally low, while substitute fielder Marnus Labuschagne's direct hit ran out Alzarri Joseph to underline Australia's superiority in all departments. Earlier, Australia had methodically constructed its match-winning position through intelligent batting across three sessions. Beau Webster (63) and Travis Head (61) forged the match's first century partnership before Head was left sprawled face-down by a Shamar Joseph delivery that scuttled beneath his bat. Alex Carey's enterprising 65, featuring a spectacular six onto the stadium roof, effectively sealed the contest despite Joseph claiming his own five-wicket haul with a tireless display of seam bowling. The day's dramatic shifts perfectly encapsulated Test cricket's unpredictability—from morning resistance to afternoon collapse—with Australia demonstrating precisely why it remain the format's benchmark team.
India Today
33 minutes ago
- Sport
- India Today
AUS vs WI: Brittle West Indies collapse as ruthless Australia take 1-0 lead in Test series
Ruthless Australia hammered hosts West Indies in the 1st Test, courtesy of under-fire Josh Hazlewood, who picked up 5 wickets in the final innings of the match. The brittle batting line-up of the host team failed to survive even 35 overs in the final innings of the match, getting bowled out in 33.4 overs, in front of a target of 301 Indies' hero with the ball – young Shamar Joseph – played an entertaining knock of 44 (22 balls) but could not help the side chase the improbable target on a spicy wicket that was difficult to bat on throughout the Test match. After Hazlewood's 5-wicket haul, Nathan Lyon cleaned up the tail with 2 back-to-back wickets, handing Windies a defeat by 159 runs in the opening Test match of the Indies vs Australia, 1st Test: As it Happened "There was enough in the wicket, up-and-down from a length," said Hazlewood, who finished with figures of five for 43."It's just about hitting that area time and time again and being patient. I'm just enjoying cricket, Tests at the moment. Good team, atmosphere."I think once we saw West Indies take the second new ball today, we thought things could happen, but not that fast. There are a few cracks on a length from one end, some went low and we got a few bowled and lbws."advertisementWindies batters were simply not able to match the class of Hazlewood, who was under fire from Mitchell Johnson ahead of this Test series. Johnson had accused Hazlewood of prioritising the Indian Premier League over Test cricket, after Australia failed to defend their World Test Championship title against South Africa earlier in the 3rd day of the Test match, Hazlewood's victims included John Campbell (caught behind attempting a scoop), Brandon King (edging to gully first ball), Roston Chase (popping to short leg), and Keacy Carty (bowled by vicious seam movement), before completing his 13th Test five-wicket haul by having Warrican caught at Cummins added Shai Hope's wicket with another delivery that kept fatally low, while substitute fielder Marnus Labuschagne's direct hit ran out Alzarri Joseph to underline Australia's superiority in all Head Sets Up WinEarlier, Australia had methodically constructed their match-winning position through intelligent batting across three sessions. Beau Webster (63) and Travis Head (61) forged the match's first century partnership before Head was left sprawled face-down by a Shamar Joseph delivery that hurried beneath his Carey's enterprising 65, featuring a spectacular six onto the stadium roof, effectively sealed the contest despite Joseph claiming his own five-wicket haul with a tireless display of seam bowling. The day's dramatic shifts perfectly encapsulated Test cricket's unpredictability – from morning resistance to afternoon collapse – with Australia demonstrating precisely why they remain one of the best all-conditions teams in the world right second Test of the 3-match series will start on July 3.- EndsTrending Reel
Daily Mail
41 minutes ago
- Daily Mail
BREAKING NEWS Major update after man was struck by mystery driver in alleged hit-and-run in Sydney's south-west
A woman has been charged over an alleged hit and run that left a man fighting for life in Sydney 's south-west. The man, aged in his 30s, was crossing Hoxton Road in Cartwright when he was struck by a car at 2.30am on Saturday. He was rushed to Liverpool Hospital in a critical condition. Police will allege the driver of the vehicle, a 35-year-old woman, did not stop after the crash. However, she returned to the scene on foot and spoke to officers, who then arrested her. She was taken for mandatory testing and remains in custody. Anyone with any dash cam footage of the road at the time of the crash has been urged to contact Crime Stoppers. The man, aged in his 30s, was crossing Hoxton Road in Cartwright when he was struck by a car at 2.30am on Saturday (pictured, a bike at the scene)
News.com.au
43 minutes ago
- Entertainment
- News.com.au
All the big name stars spotted at Jeff Bezos' Venice wedding
Celebrities have stepped out in droves to celebrate Jeff Bezos' wedding to Lauren Sanchez. The wedding, which is expected to have cost upwards of AU$71.4 million - just a drop in the pond for billionaire Bezos - kicked off on Friday (local time). The glitzy event has sparked outrage among locals in Venice, many of whom banded together to force Bezos to change the venue earlier this week after they threatened to derail the big day with inflatable crocodiles. Oprah lead the big-name stars that stepped out for the big day, with the former chat show host waving to fans as she left the hotel that had been packed full of stars ready to see Bezos walk down the aisle with his bride. The Kardashians; Khloe, Kylie, Kim and their momager, Kris, were all seen glammed up in their best dress as they made their way to the ceremony. Kris showed off her latest cosmetic surgery as she flashed a youthful-looking grin at passersbye. British pop star Ellie Goulding looked chic in a red gown as she joined US model Brooks Nader on a boat headed to the wedding on Friday afternoon. Bezos' billionaire pals also joined in the fun, with US businessman Jared Kushner stepping out with his wife, Ivanka Trump, dressed in black tie. Orlando Bloom was seen for the first time since his reported split from Katy Perry after almost 10 years together. Perry and their daughter Daisy stayed in Australia while Bloom jetted off to the star-studded multi-day wedding. Bloom appeared to be in good spirits as he chatted with a pal, seemingly putting his split behind him to celebrate his pal's big day. The celebrations will reportedly end Saturday with a party at the Arsenale, a vast shipyard complex dating back to when the city was a naval powerhouse.
Time of India
an hour ago
- Sport
- Time of India
WI vs AUS 1st Test: Josh Hazlewood shines as Australia beat West Indies at Kensington Oval
Australia's Josh Hazlewood, center, celebrates taking the wicket of West Indies' Brandon King (AP Photo/Ricardo Mazalan) Australia secured a dominant 159-run victory against West Indies in the first Test at Kensington Oval in Bridgetown on Friday, as Josh Hazlewood 's devastating spell of 5-43 helped dismiss the hosts for 141 in 33.4 overs on the third day, with two days to spare. Australia's second innings total of 310 was built on half-centuries from Alex Carey, Beau Webster and Travis Head, who helped recover from a precarious 65-4 position late on day two. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! Shamar Joseph was the standout bowler for West Indies, claiming five wickets for 87 runs and finishing with impressive match figures of 9-133. The West Indies chase never gained momentum after Mitchell Starc removed former captain Kraigg Brathwaite in the first over. Hazlewood's precise bowling proved lethal as he dismissed John Campbell and debutant Brandon King in consecutive deliveries, followed by the wickets of captain Roston Chase and Keacy Carty. 01:15 Team India Heads Back After a Gruelling Day | Full Focus on 2nd Test vs England Pat Cummins contributed by removing first-innings top-scorer Shai Hope, while substitute fielder Marnus Labuschagne's direct hit ran out Alzarri Joseph . "It was just about hitting the right areas time and time again and just being patient," Hazlewood said. "There are a few cracks there on a good length and just short of a length which kept the batters guessing about going forward or back with a few skidding through as we saw." by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch CFD với công nghệ và tốc độ tốt hơn IC Markets Đăng ký Undo Head and Webster started the day aggressively, putting on 102 runs for the fifth wicket before Head was trapped lbw by Shamar Joseph for 61. Quiz: Who's that IPL player? The partnership could have ended earlier had Greaves held onto a straightforward catch at second slip when Head was on 22, marking the seventh dropped catch by West Indies in the match. The Australian batting remained aggressive after lunch despite regular wickets, with Carey top-scoring at 65. Webster contributed 63 before being caught behind off Shamar Joseph, who continued to bowl with determination. Shamar Joseph completed his five-wicket haul by dismissing Starc and Hazlewood, the latter being bowled off an inside edge. The challenging target of over 200 proved insurmountable for West Indies on the two-paced surface. Nathan Lyon wrapped up the victory by dismissing Shamar Joseph, who made an entertaining 44 off 22 balls, and Jayden Seales in consecutive deliveries. Justin Greaves remained unbeaten on 38 as West Indies' innings concluded. West Indies' poor slip catching was evident throughout the match, with four catches dropped on day one alone. The victory was comprehensive for Australia, achieved with significant contributions from both their batting and bowling units. Game On Season 1 continues with Mirabai Chanu's inspiring story. Watch Episode 2 here.
