Shamar Joseph’s determination is commendable

THE EDITOR, Madam:

Kudos to the West Indian up-and-coming speedster Shamar Joseph for his unbelievable extraordinary performance to haul seven wickets for 68 runs to register a dramatic eight-run Test win over mighty Australia on its soil after 27 years.

The most astonishing thing was that Shamar’s left thumb was badly injured and there were no chances of him playing again in the remainder of the match. However, according to him, the doctor called him and, while treating, told him to back his teammates firmly at this juncture.

That advice acted as a tonic and the rest was history. We Indian cricket lovers strongly feel that determined players like Shamar Joseph are able to bring back the golden days to the West Indies cricket once again.

ANIL TORNE

Pune, IndiaDam tem. Ere