Shamar Joseph took seven wickets as Australia collapsed at the Gabba, handing West Indies their first Test victory in Australia for 27 years by just eight runs. Chasing 216 for a 2-0 series win, the hosts were cruising at 113 for 2 on the fourth day before Joseph's inspired spell turned the match.
Despite a crushed toe from a Mitchell Starc yorker the previous night, Joseph returned figures of 7 for 68, including six wickets in a ten-over burst. He bowled Cameron Green and Travis Head with consecutive balls, the latter falling for a golden duck and registering a king pair. Steve Smith scored 91 not out in a rearguard effort, but Joseph dismissed Josh Hazlewood to seal the win.
Joseph's spell also accounted for Mitchell Marsh, Alex Carey, Mitchell Starc, and Pat Cummins. Australia needed 29 runs at tea with three wickets in hand, but Nathan Lyon fell early after the resumption. Smith counter-attacked with a six, but ultimately ran out of partners as Joseph clattered Hazlewood's stumps.
Joseph admitted he thought he might not even be at the ground after being forced to retire hurt, but credited the team doctor for making him fit to bowl. Brian Lara hailed him as 'a champion', while fellow West Indies legend Carl Hooper was emotional in the commentary box. The series ended 1-1 after West Indies' first Test win in Australia since 1997.
