Australia secured a commanding 133-run win over West Indies in Grenada, ensuring they retained the Frank Worrell Trophy, which they’ve held since 1995. Mitchell Starc and Josh Hazlewood made devastating use of the new ball, dismantling West Indies for just 143 in the final innings.
Australia’s Bowlers Dominate the Final Day
Hazlewood made an early impact by trapping John Campbell lbw with his second ball. He maintained relentless pressure, troubling Keacy Carty with back-of-a-length deliveries and forcing multiple misjudgments. On the other end, Starc and Cummins ensured no momentum could be built, each delivering searing spells.
Starc removed Carty with a sharp edge and later dismissed Greaves with a delivery that barely rose. Cummins, however, produced the standout moment, sending Brandon King’s off stump cartwheeling—a moment reminiscent of his Ashes exploits.
West Indies Collapse Under Pressure
Though Brandon King offered brief resistance with elegant drives, his stay was short-lived. After lunch, Roston Chase and Shai Hope attempted counterattacks but couldn’t sustain their momentum. Chase briefly thrilled with a flicked six off Starc but fell lbw shortly after.
Hope’s dismissal to a mistimed pull saw West Indies slide further. Alzarri Joseph and Shamar Joseph swung hard, adding quick runs and sixes, yet their dismissals were inevitable. Nathan Lyon, despite conceding six sixes, had the final say by taking the last wicket and sealing the Frank Worrell Trophy win.
Mitchell Starc Nears Milestone Ahead of 100th Test
Starc’s 3 for 24 took his tally to 395 wickets, placing him on the cusp of becoming the next Australian to reach 400 wickets. The upcoming day-night Test at Sabina Park will mark his 100th appearance—a milestone he approaches in top form.
With this clinical display, Australia now lead the series, and the final Test in Jamaica promises more firepower as they aim to finish strong.
