Scott Boland Hat-Trick Powers Him Into ICC Top 10 Test Bowlers

Scott Boland Hat-Trick Powers Him Into ICC Top 10 Test Bowlers

Scott Boland’s hat-trick against West Indies in Jamaica has not only written a new chapter in Australia’s bowling dominance but also vaulted the 36-year-old Victorian pacer to a career-best No. 6 spot in the latest ICC Test bowling rankings. Scott Boland Hat-Trick

With five Australian bowlers now in the top 10 – a feat not seen since England’s dominance in 1958 – the Aussies have etched their name into the annals of cricketing greatness once again.

🔥 Boland’s Historic Hat-Trick

During the third Test at Sabina Park, Boland unleashed a masterclass in seam and swing bowling. His three wickets in each innings included a remarkable hat-trick – only the 12th by an Australian male in Test history. This haul lifted him six places in the ICC Test rankings to sit just behind teammates Pat Cummins (No. 3) and Josh Hazlewood (No. 4). Scott Boland Hat-Trick

The veteran seamer, who also recorded a career-best 10-wicket match haul, now boasts 62 Test wickets at an average of 16.53, the best by any bowler with a minimum of 2000 balls in over 100 years. Scott Boland Hat-Trick

“I’m playing with three of the best fast bowlers Australia has ever had,” Boland said post-match. “It’s going to extend all our careers if we manage workloads well.”

Australia’s Bowling Supremacy

Australia’s current Test attack is reminiscent of the fearsome West Indies units of the 1980s. With Cummins, Hazlewood, Boland, Starc, and Lyon all ranked in the top 10, their firepower is unmatched. Scott Boland Hat-Trick

Despite Lyon missing the third Test, he still holds 8th spot, while Mitchell Starc, who grabbed a career-best 6 for 9, remains at No. 10. Scott Boland Hat-Trick

🔁 ICC Top 10 Test Bowlers (as of May 16, 2025)

Despite being bowled out for 27 – the second lowest total in Test history, the West Indies bowlers had bright spots. Shamar Joseph claimed eight wickets in the series finale, surging to No. 14 in the ICC rankings, while Alzarri Joseph climbed to 29th. Scott Boland Hat-Trick

🎯 Boland’s Unique Approach

Boland emphasized quality over quantity in his approach. He confirmed plans to take a short break before the Ashes and aim for two or three Sheffield Shield games with Victoria to stay in rhythm.

“I know I’m not going to play every Test,” Boland said. “But that allows me to tailor my training and be fresh when I do get picked.”

📋 Series Recap – Australia vs West Indies (Tests)

🔮 Looking Ahead

With The Ashes looming in November, Australia’s problem might be a luxurious one – who to leave out? The form of Boland, Starc’s resurgence, Cummins’ leadership, and Hazlewood’s consistency could create fierce internal competition. Scott Boland Hat-Trick

West Indies, meanwhile, will regroup with a five-match T20I series beginning July 20. Eyes will be on rising stars like Shamar Joseph and captain Shai Hope to lead a turnaround. Scott Boland Hat-Trick

📊 Australia Test Squad Highlights

• Pat Cummins (c)

• Scott Boland

• Josh Hazlewood

• Mitchell Starc

• Nathan Lyon

• Marnus Labuschagne

• Steve Smith

📊 West Indies Test Squad Highlights

• Roston Chase (c)

• Shamar Joseph

• Alzarri Joseph

• Kraigg Brathwaite

• Justin Greaves

For more updates, follow Cricmind on Facebook, Instagram, X (Twitter), and YouTube.