West Indies Rise From the Ashes

While no one beats Vitas Gerulaitis 17 times in a row, the new catch cry is that no one beats the West Indies 28 years in a row. In a twist that’s left the cricketing world gobsmacked, the West Indies have done the unthinkable, the unimaginable, the sort of thing that makes you check if you’ve had too much rum: they’ve beaten Australia in the second test by a mere eight runs. Yes, you heard that right. So, let’s dive into this historical test with six talking points that are as juicy as a well-grilled chicken. 1. A Star is Born Last year, Shamar Joseph was just another bloke in a security guard’s uniform. Fast forward to this year, and he’s a national hero....