Australia capped off a commanding 3–0 series sweep against the West Indies at Sabina Park, completing the job with a crushing 176-run win in the third Test and retaining the prestigious Frank Worrell Trophy.
🌟 Starc’s 100th Test Beckons Greatness
In his centurion Test, Mitchell Starc produced a spell for the ages. He shattered the record for the fastest five-wicket haul in Test history—snaring five wickets in just 15 balls—and finished with devastating figures of 6 for 9. This performance pushed him past the 400-test wicket milestone, cementing his legacy alongside Australian greats.
💥 West Indies Falter Spectacularly
Chasing a modest 204, the West Indies shattered under pressure, ultimately bundling out for a humiliating 27 runs in 14.3 overs—the second-lowest Test total ever . Seven batsmen fell for ducks, with only one double-digit score keeping them off rock-bottom.
🎯 Boland’s Hat-trick Seals the Deal
Scott Boland rattled the West Indies tail with a sensational hat-trick in the second innings. He finished with astonishing figures—3 for 2—to become Australia’s 10th Test hat-trick hero.

📊 Match Snapshot
Innings | Score |
---|---|
WI 2nd Innings | 27 all out (14.3 overs) |
Starc | 6–9 |
Boland | 3–2 (incl. hat-trick) |
Australia’s winning margin | 176 runs |
Despite earlier batting struggles (matching their lowest total of the series), the Australian bowling attack led by Starc and Boland simply overwhelmed the hosts.
🗣 What They Said
Australia captain Pat Cummins lauded Starc’s brutal show:
“You talk about 100 Tests and skill and fitness … but I think today showed the real Mitchell Starc … tear an opposition apart and win a game for you.”
Meanwhile, Roston Chase, reflecting on his side’s ordeal, stated:
“Quite embarrassing … we are laying down and not putting up a fight in the last batting innings.”
🏁 The Final Word
Australia depart the Caribbean having delivered a resounding statement: their bowling attack is lethal away from home. Starc’s 100th Test heroics, Boland’s inspired cameo, and a total team effort have set the tone for the upcoming Ashes.
The West Indies must regroup – their batting fragility is glaring, but with hard work and resilience, a fightback remains possible.
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