Mitchell Starc 6 Wickets: Australia Dismantle West Indies for 27 in Historic Test Win

Mitchell Starc 6 Wickets: Australia Dismantle West Indies for 27 in Historic Test Win

Mitchell Starc 6 wickets and Scott Boland’s dramatic hat-trick headlined a chaotic day of Test cricket as Australia bowled out the West Indies for just 27 runs—the second-lowest total in Test history—to complete a 176-run victory and a 3-0 sweep in the Frank Worrell Trophy 2025 at Sabina Park, Jamaica. Mitchell Starc 6 wickets

This remarkable Test lasted just three days, concluding in 14.3 overs during the fourth innings as Australia registered one of their most emphatic victories on Caribbean soil. For Starc, this match carried historical weight—it was not only his 100th Test, but also the match in which he claimed his 400th Test wicket, finishing with figures of 6 for 9 in just 4.3 overs. Mitchell Starc 6 wickets

Starc’s Fiery Start Sets the Tone

Starc began the West Indies collapse by dismissing opener John Campbell in the very first over, caught behind by concussion substitute Josh Inglis, who replaced Alex Carey after a blow to the helmet.

From there, Starc unleashed one of the most destructive spells in modern Test history. He claimed three wickets in his first over and registered the fastest five-wicket haul in the history of Test cricket, doing so in just 15 balls. This effort was his 15th five-wicket haul in Tests. Mitchell Starc 6 wickets

His scalps included dangerous batters like Kevlon Anderson and Brandon King, as West Indies crumbled to 11/6, with the top six scoring just 6 runs combined. Starc’s sixth wicket, Jayden Searles, was bowled for a duck to end the innings, and the match. Mitchell Starc 6 wickets

Boland’s Hat-Trick Adds to the Carnage

While Starc missed out on a hat-trick, it was Scott Boland who completed one—removing Justin Greaves, Shamar Joseph, and Jomel Warrican in three consecutive deliveries. It was the 10th Test hat-trick by an Australian bowler, and Boland finished with remarkable figures of 3 wickets for just 2 runs.

Second-Lowest Total in Test History

The West Indies total of 27 all out became the second-lowest in the history of Test cricket, narrowly avoiding New Zealand’s all-time low of 26 vs England in 1955. Ironically, a misfield by 19-year-old Sam Konstas allowed the West Indies to surpass that mark. Mitchell Starc 6 wickets

Only four batters managed to get off the mark, while extras accounted for 5 runs, which is more than the combined runs of the top six batters. Mitchell Starc 6 wickets

Earlier: Joseph’s Heroics in Vain

Earlier in the day, Alzarri Joseph gave the West Indies hope by taking 5/27 and bundling out Australia for 121 in their second innings, leaving a target of 204 runs. Starting Day 3 at 99/6, the Aussies added just 25 runs before collapsing. Mitchell Starc 6 wickets

But whatever optimism the West Indies carried into the chase was crushed quickly by the relentless accuracy and pace of Starc and Boland. Mitchell Starc 6 wickets

Historic Series for Starc

Starc reflected on the magnitude of the occasion:

“It’s been a fantastic series. I think we’ve seen some difficult batting conditions throughout. We didn’t think it would happen so quickly today, but the pink ball under lights made it very tough,” Starc said post-match.

This match also marked a significant milestone—Starc’s 100th Test, and he fittingly became the 7th Australian to take 400 Test wickets, joining the elite company of legends like Shane Warne and Glenn McGrath.

Roston Chase: “Heartbreaking End”

West Indies captain Roston Chase acknowledged the team’s shortcomings:

“It’s a heartbreaking way to finish. Credit to our bowlers, they kept us in the game. But our batters let us down again.”

This marked another humiliating low for West Indies cricket, who had previously been bowled out for 47 at the same venue in 2004, also against England. Mitchell Starc 6 wickets

Australia’s Series Sweep

Australia’s series sweep included dominant victories:

• 1st Test in Barbados: Won by 159 runs

• 2nd Test in Grenada: Won by 133 runs

• 3rd Test in Jamaica: Won by 176 runs

This performance not only reaffirmed Australia’s dominance in the Test format but also put them in strong contention in the World Test Championship 2025–27 standings. Mitchell Starc 6 wickets

🔚 Conclusion: Starc and Boland Deliver a Masterclass

The third Test of the Frank Worrell Trophy will be remembered for Mitchell Starc’s historic 6/9 and Scott Boland’s stunning hat-trick, as Australia dismantled the West Indies in spectacular fashion. Starc’s fairytale 100th Test and 400th wicket, combined with a clinical team performance, capped off one of the most dominant series performances in recent memory. Mitchell Starc 6 wickets

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