Starc takes 6 wickets for 9 runs as West Indies routed for 27 in Kingston

KINGSTON, Jamaica — A day that will forever be etched in the annals of Test cricket history unfolded at Sabina Park, as Mitchell Starc produced a spell of breathtaking destruction, claiming six wickets for a mere nine runs, to spearhead Australia's obliteration of the West Indies for just 27. This barely-believable total stands as the second-lowest ever recorded in the long annals of Test cricket, cementing a humiliating defeat for the home side and sealing a comprehensive series victory for Australia. The sheer speed and brutality of the collapse left spectators stunned and provided a stark reminder of the chasm in quality between the two nations on this particular afternoon.

From the moment Starc unleashed his fiery left-arm pace, the West Indies batsmen appeared utterly outmatched. The Australian quick, known for his ability to swing the new ball at blistering speeds, found an immediate rhythm, exploiting any hint of movement off the pitch and through the air. Wickets tumbled in a dizzying procession, each dismissal adding to the growing sense of disbelief. Starc’s figures were not just impressive; they were historic, a testament to a bowler at the peak of his powers, dismantling a top order with surgical precision. His relentless accuracy and unplayable deliveries left the Caribbean side reeling, unable to forge any meaningful partnerships or offer even token resistance against the onslaught.

As if Starc’s heroics weren't enough, Scott Boland added his own indelible mark to the nightmare, claiming a hat-trick to accelerate the West Indies' demise and further amplify the scale of their capitulation. Boland's precision and ability to exploit the psychological fragility of the batting lineup saw him complete a rare feat, turning an already dire situation into an absolute catastrophe for the hosts. The collective brilliance of the Australian pace attack, spearheaded by Starc and complemented by Boland's clinical finishing, turned the third Test into a one-sided exhibition of fast bowling dominance. The West Indies’ total of 27 runs is a stark and painful reminder of the challenges facing their Test cricket team, a proud cricketing nation now grappling with one of its most embarrassing defeats. This performance not only handed Australia a commanding series win but also highlighted the immense gulf that can exist in the pinnacle format of the game, leaving the cricketing world to ponder the implications for the future of West Indies Test cricket.