In a warm-up match against Cricket Australia XI, West Indies’ bowlers showcased their skills on the second day, leaving a strong impression as the team prepares for upcoming challenges.
Opting to bat first, the Windies posted a competitive total of 251 for 8 declared, fueled by half-centuries from Kraigg Brathwaite, Kavem Hodge, and Justin Greaves.
The team then displayed its bowling prowess, dismissing the Cricket Australia XI for 174.
Shemar Joseph stood out with figures of two wickets for 28 runs from eight overs.
During the Australian innings, they reached 94 for 1 before facing a spirited Windies attack.
Fast bowlers Kemar Roach and Alzarri Joseph contributed significantly, securing figures of 2 for 23 and 2 for 40, respectively.
Despite a lead of 77, the Windies faced challenges in their second innings with top-order batsmen Tagenarine Chanderpaul and Kirk McKenzie falling early.
However, a resilient 78-run partnership between makeshift opener Joshua da Silva (55 not out) and Hodge (44 not out) stabilized the innings.
At the end of day two, the Windies set a lead of 214 runs, finishing at 137 for three.
In a post-match briefing, wicketkeeper-batsman Joshua da Silva expressed his satisfaction with time spent at the crease.
He also praised the performance of Shamar Joseph, emphasizing the team’s readiness for the upcoming series.
As one of the few players returning from the Caribbean side’s last tour to Australia, da Silva expressed his willingness to take on responsibilities and contribute to the team’s success in the series.
The Windies are gearing up for a challenging series, and their recent performance in the warm-up match indicates a positive start.