Australian pacer Scott Boland continues to carve out a remarkable Test career, achieving a bowling average unmatched by any modern bowler. His latest figures of 3/34 against the West Indies in Jamaica have pushed his Test bowling average to 17.33—the best since 1900 among players who’ve bowled at least 2,000 deliveries, as confirmed by the ICC.
Only England’s Syd Barnes, who played in the early 20th century, has a better average. The remaining bowlers ahead of Boland on the all-time list date back to the 1800s.
Boland Shines Again in Sabina Park Test
After a modest first-innings total of 225, Australia roared back thanks to their relentless pace unit. Boland played a key role in dismantling the West Indies for just 143, helping Australia grab a vital 82-run lead.
The right-arm quick first removed John Campbell, who misjudged a delivery that jagged back into his pads. Then, his angle and seam movement accounted for Shai Hope, dismissed for 23. Boland capped off his spell by knocking over Shamar Joseph’s stumps, cleaning up the tail with precision.
Match Situation: Australia Still in the Driver’s Seat
Despite a late fightback from the hosts, Australia ended Day 2 at 113/6, leading by 181 runs. Cameron Green (42)* and Pat Cummins (5)* will resume batting on Day 3, hoping to push the lead past 250.
With a 2-0 lead already sealed in the three-Test ICC World Test Championship series, Australia has also cemented its place at the top of the WTC standings in the new cycle.
Boland’s Dream Run Continues
Scott Boland’s meteoric rise in Test cricket has become a storyline of consistency and excellence. With his average now sitting at an astonishing 17.33, he’s not just making an impact—he’s rewriting history.
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