Scripts Test History: Best Bowling Average Since 1915 in Jamaica Test
### 🇦🇺 Scott Boland Creates History in Jamaica: Best Test Bowling Average Since 1915!
Australian fast bowler **Scott Boland** has once again proven why he is one of the most lethal pacers in modern Test cricket. With a fantastic spell of **3 wickets for 34 runs** in the ongoing third Test against **West Indies** at Sabina Park, Jamaica — Boland has now etched his name into the cricketing history books.
According to the **ICC**, Boland now holds a **Test bowling average of just 17.33**, making it the **best average in over 110 years** (minimum 2000 deliveries bowled). The only bowler to have done better than this since 1900 is England's legendary **Syd Barnes**. Other names in the list date back to the 1800s, highlighting how rare Boland’s feat truly is.
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### 🔥 Dominating Performance with the Ball
In a low-scoring match, where **Australia scored only 225** in the first innings, Boland and the Aussie pace attack came back strong — bowling out **West Indies for just 143**.
- ✅ **John Campbell (36)** was out after misjudging a ball that seamed back in sharply.
- ✅ **Shai Hope (23)** also fell to Boland’s relentless line and length.
- ✅ The pacer cleaned up **Shamar Joseph**, crushing the stumps to seal an 82-run lead for Australia.
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### 🏏 Match Situation at Stumps – Day 2
At the end of Day 2, Australia is in a commanding position despite being **six wickets down** in the second innings. They currently lead by **181 runs**, with **Cameron Green (42*)** and **Pat Cummins (5*)** at the crease.
This Test is part of the ongoing **ICC World Test Championship**, where Australia already holds a **2-0 series lead** and now sits comfortably on top of the WTC table.
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### 🧠 Did You Know?
- Scott Boland made his Test debut in 2021 but has quickly become one of the most consistent and dangerous pacers for Australia.
- His average of **17.33** is better than legends like McGrath, Steyn, and Anderson at this point in his career!
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🏁 **Final Thoughts**
Scott Boland's performance is a reminder that Test cricket is still alive and thrilling. His sharp seam movement, accuracy, and calmness under pressure make him one of the finest pacers in recent memory. As the series continues, cricket fans around the world will be watching closely.
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