Mon Dec 02 15:31:23 UTC 2024: ## West Indies Pacer Seales Bowls Historic Spell in Second Test Against Bangladesh

**Kingston, Jamaica** – Jayden Seales etched his name into the annals of Test cricket history on Day 2 of the second Test between the West Indies and Bangladesh at Sabina Park. The 23-year-old pacer delivered a breathtaking spell of 16 overs, conceding only five runs while claiming four wickets. This remarkable performance achieved the best economy rate in men’s Test cricket since 1978, a staggering 0.30. The previous record holder, Umesh Yadav of India, had an economy rate of 0.42 in 2015.

Seales’ masterful bowling spearheaded the West Indies’ dominance over Bangladesh’s batting lineup. Bangladesh, after winning the toss and electing to bat, were bowled out for 164, with Shadman Islam (64) and captain Mehidy Hasan Miraz (36) offering the only significant resistance. Shamar Joseph (3 wickets) and Kemar Roach (2 wickets) also contributed to the West Indies’ bowling success.

In reply, the West Indies reached 70/1 at stumps, with Kraigg Brathwaite (33*) and Keacy Carty (19*) at the crease. While the West Indies’ innings was interrupted early with the loss of Mikyle Louis, the team will look to build on its strong position heading into Day 3. Seales’ record-breaking performance, however, undoubtedly stole the show on Day 2, cementing his place among the world’s elite bowlers.

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