Joseph's Six Shatters Trent Bridge Pub Roof, Gives West Indies Lead
Shamar Joseph's Colossal Six Shatters Trent Bridge Pub Roof
In an unprecedented incident, West Indian batsman Shamar Joseph's thunderous six on the third day of the second England vs West Indies Test at Trent Bridge sent shockwaves through the stadium. The massive hit not only cleared the long-leg boundary but also crashed through the roof of the pub adjacent to the ground.
The incident occurred in the 107th over of West Indies' innings. Joseph, facing Gus Atkinson, unleashed a ferocious hook shot that soared over the long-leg fence. The ball crashed into the roof of the pub, sending debris flying and causing spectators below to duck for cover.
Fortunately, no one was injured in the incident, and the match resumed without delay. However, the broken roof tiles served as a testament to the sheer power of Joseph's strike.
The six was a pivotal moment in the match, as it helped West Indies take a 41-run first-innings lead over England. The last-wicket stand of 71 between Joseph and Josh Da Silva proved crucial, giving the visitors a handy advantage.
Joseph, batting at number 11, played a blistering knock of 33 off just 27 balls, including five fours and two sixes. Da Silva, on the other hand, anchored the innings with a brilliant 82 not out, guiding West Indies to a total of 457 all out.
England's failure to wrap up the West Indies innings proved costly, as the visitors' lead gave them a significant advantage heading into the second innings.
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