Shamar Joseph Receives Grand Welcome in Guyana Following His Heroics in West Indies’ Historic Victory Over Australia at Gabba
The 24-year-old came up with a gutsy performance that not just helped West Indies win the match but also win hearts all over. Shamar Joseph had taken seven wickets in the second innings despite being injured, helping West Indies beat Australia in Australia for the first time in 27 years.
West Indies fast bowler Shamar Joseph received a hero's welcome after he arrived in Guyana following his sensational performance that helped West Indies beat Australia in the second Test at the Gabba. Joseph scalped a seven-wicket haul to help West Indies defeat Australia by eight runs and level the series. What made this victory special was he was injured by a toe-crusher from Mitchell Starc a day earlier and despite the pain, came out to bowl his side to a win the next day. He was named both player of the match as well as series for his memorable performance, which fans would remember for a long, long time. Cricket West Indies Rewards 'Gabba Hero' Shamar Joseph with International Retainer Contract.
Shamar Joseph Receives Grand Welcome in Guyana
The Hero of Baracara!🇬🇾
Shamar Joseph returned home to Guyana to the screams, cheers and adorations of families, fans & officials at the Cheddi Jagan International.
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