(Watch) Kevin Sinclair Does A Backflip Celebration After Picking Maiden Test Wicket, Aus Vs Wi.
Experiencing one’s Test debut is a profoundly significant moment in a cricketer’s career. Yesterday, West Indies all-rounder Kevin Sinclair marked his Test debut against Australia at The Gabba, and he has made a considerable impact on the field. Not only did he contribute to West Indies’ recovery after a collapse, but he also achieved the milestone of scoring his maiden Test fifty on debut, showcasing a remarkable array of shots.
While Sinclair’s batting performance was commendable, he was later called upon to showcase his bowling skills. Initially facing challenges and conceding 0/48 in just 6.2 overs, he rebounded and secured his maiden Test wicket. Bowling to Usman Khawaja, Sinclair induced an outside edge, which was skillfully caught at 1st slip, followed by his distinctive backflip celebration.
Here is the video of Kevin Sinclair celebration that is going viral.
Despite the West Indies facing an uphill battle in winning a Test in Australia, Sinclair’s resilient performance contributed to the team reaching a first-innings total of 300+. Subsequently, the new ball bowlers made early breakthroughs, and at the time of writing, Australia stood at 262/8, with only 49 runs needed to level the scores. The match remains evenly poised on Day 2, highlighting Sinclair’s valuable contribution.