Watch: Brian Lara, Carl Hooper in tears after West Indies write history in Australia

Former West Indies captains Brian Lara and Carl Hooper could not restrict their emotions after West Indies defeated Australia in the 2nd Test at The Gabba in Brisbane. While Brian Lara, who had tears in his eyes, expressed his excitement inside the commentator box of the AUS vs WI 2nd Test, Carl Hooper got emotional during a live-streaming.

West Indies defeated Australia by 8 runs in AUS vs WI 2nd Test in Brisbane. Australia needed 216 runs for victory in the match. However, Shamar Joseph hunted 7 wickets to crush Aussie’s batting line-up.

Australia failed to chase down the target in the final innings. They looked powerful at the start. Opener Steve Smith held the hopes for Australia with his unbeaten half-century of 91 runs till the end. However, the hosts remained short of 8 runs in the end.

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Moreover, West Indies also scripted history in Australia after winning a Test match in Australia after 37 years. Also, West Indies last defeated Australia in a Test match in 2003. Hence, the Caribbean side has astonished worldwide cricket fans with a superb achievement in Australia.

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Watch: Brian Lara gets excited after West Indies defeats Australia

Brian Lara got excited after the Kraigg Brathwaite-led side won the 2nd Test. He praised the Caribbean team and showed his happiness in the commentary box. Former Australian wicketkeeper Adam Gilchrist was also present with him. Have a look a the video below.

The 3 Kings…@gilly381 @BrianLara #Smithy
❤️ test cricket…@FoxCricket pic.twitter.com/rQBxho9z3B

— Mark Howard (@MarkHoward03) January 28, 2024

Carl Hooper Goes Emotional After West Indies wins in Australia after 37 years

Carl Hooper is also a former West Indies captain who played with Brian Lara during his active career. Carl Hooper could not hold his emotions during the live streaming. His reaction after West Indies’ victory went viral on social media. Have a look at the video below.

What it means to Carl Hooper! @abcsport #AUSvWI pic.twitter.com/5TlnhWezRS

— Ben Cameron (@BenCameron23) January 28, 2024

Watch- Shamar Joseph tarnishes Travis Head’s bails with brilliance in Brisbane 

West Indies batted first in the match and posted 311-10 in 1st innings. Australia remained 22 runs short later, piling up 289-9 (d). However, they bowled out West Indies for 193-10 in 2nd innings and set a 216-run target.

Although Australian grounds are considered good for chasing, the home team failed to do that at The Gabba. Shamar Joseph arrived with a stunning show in AUS vs WI 2nd Test. He grabbed 7 wickets to win the player of the match award. He also won the Player of the Series award.

However, the AUS vs WI Test series ended in a 1-1 tie. Earlier, Australia won the opening match by 10 wickets. Australia and West Indies will now lock horns in a three-match ODI and T20I series.