Mitchell Starc’s devastating toe-crushing yorker inflicted serious injury on young West Indies pacer Shamar Joseph during Australia vs West Indies Test match in Brisbane.
In the second Test match in Brisbane on January 27, Australian pacer Mitchell Starc posed a significant challenge for Shamar Joseph. Despite Joseph’s notable debut in the previous Test, where he retired hurt Usman Khawaja, he faced a setback when struck in the foot by a toe-crushing yorker from Starc.
Starc’s yorker targeted the top of Joseph’s right toe, causing immediate pain. Joseph, visibly distressed, was unable to stand or walk without assistance. Overwhelmed by the injury, Joseph left the pitch in tears.
Shamar Joseph has to retire hurt after this toe-crusher from Mitch Starc!
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In the first Test, Joseph’s fast bouncer hit Usman Khawaja on the jaw, causing bleeding and raising doubts about his participation in the second Test. However, Khawaja’s recovery progressed positively, and he was deemed fit to play in the second Test match after receiving medical attention from the physio.
On the match front, West Indies held off Australia’s bowlers, concluding their innings at 193/9. The standout performers for Australia were Josh Hazlewood and Nathan Lyon, each securing three wickets.
Last Updated on January 27, 2024
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