The Providence Stadium in Georgetown, Guyana saw a remarkable 10th-wicket partnership between Dane Piedt and Nandre Burger, taking the total from a dismal 97-9 to a semi-respectable 160. Despite Temba Bavuma's decision to bat first, Joseph's 5-33 in 14 overs proved to be too much for the South African batsmen, with only four managing to reach double digits.
Shamar Joseph's Five-Wicket Haul Helps West Indies Dominate South Africa
In a thrilling Test match at the Providence Stadium in Georgetown, Guyana, West Indies pacer Shamar Joseph produced a devastating bowling performance to dismantle South Africa's batting lineup, setting the stage for a potential West Indian victory.
Joseph's Dominance
With South Africa opting to bat first, Joseph wasted no time in making his presence felt. He dismissed Aiden Markram and Rassie van der Dussen with successive deliveries, leaving South Africa reeling at 23-2. Dean Elgar, the South African captain, resisted with a gritty 54, but Joseph continued to chip away at the visitors' batting order.
He removed Theunis de Bruyn, Kyle Verreynne, and Wiaan Mulder, reducing South Africa to 97-9. It seemed inevitable that West Indies would dismiss South Africa for a paltry total, but a remarkable 10th-wicket partnership between Dane Piedt and Nandre Burger saved the visitors some blushes.
The duo added 63 runs for the last wicket, taking South Africa's total to a semi-respectable 160. However, Joseph's five-wicket haul for 33 runs in 14 overs overshadowed Burger and Piedt's heroics.
West Indies' Strong Response
Buoyed by Joseph's brilliance, West Indies responded strongly with the bat. Nkrumah Bonner and Tagenarine Chanderpaul, the son of legendary West Indies batsman Shivnarine Chanderpaul, put on a century partnership for the second wicket.
Bonner fell for 91, while Chanderpaul remained unbeaten on 75 at the close of play, giving West Indies a slender lead of 20 runs.
Top 5 FAQs and Answers
1. Who is Shamar Joseph?
Shamar Joseph is a 29-year-old Barbadian cricketer who plays for the West Indies national team. He is a right-arm fast bowler known for his pace and accuracy.
2. What are Joseph's best bowling figures in Tests?
Joseph's best bowling figures in Tests are 5-33, achieved against South Africa in the ongoing Test match in Guyana.
3. Who is the captain of the South African team?
The captain of the South African team is Dean Elgar.
4. What is the status of the ongoing Test match between West Indies and South Africa?
At the close of day two, West Indies lead South Africa by 20 runs in the first innings.
5. What are the records for the highest tenth-wicket partnerships in Test cricket?
The highest tenth-wicket partnership in Test cricket is 198 runs, achieved by Zimbabwe's Douglas Marillier and Prosper Utseya against Bangladesh in 2013. The highest tenth-wicket partnership in a Test match won by the batting team is 132 runs, achieved by Australia's Phil Hughes and Brad Haddin against South Africa in 2012.
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