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**Summary:**

The first day of the first Test match between West Indies and Australia at Kensington Oval, Barbados, saw a dramatic collapse from the Australian batting lineup. Australia was all out for 180, with only four batsmen reaching double figures. West Indies bowlers Jayden Seales (5 wickets) and Shamar Joseph (4 wickets) were the stars. West Indies also struggled, ending the day at 57 for 4, with a total of 14 wickets falling on the first day. In other news, Indian fast bowler Harshit Rana has been released from the India squad before the second Test against England.

**News Article:**

**Seales and Joseph Shackle Australia as West Indies Take Early Lead in Barbados Test**

**Bridgetown, Barbados** – A dominant bowling display from Jayden Seales and Shamar Joseph saw Australia crumble to 180 all out on the first day of the first Test against West Indies at Kensington Oval. In response, the West Indies top order also struggled, reaching stumps at 57 for 4, setting up a potentially intriguing second day.

Australia won the toss and elected to bat, but their innings never gained momentum. Travis Head top-scored with 59, while Usman Khawaja contributed 47, but the rest of the batting order failed to fire. Captain Pat Cummins added 28, but the team’s performance was well below expectations.

Seales was the pick of the West Indies bowlers, claiming 5 wickets for a miserly runs, while Joseph supported brilliantly with 4 scalps. Justin Greaves took one wicket, completing the Australian collapse.

The West Indies innings began shakily, with openers Kraigg Brathwaite (4) and John Campbell (7) falling cheaply. Kavem Hodge 20 and Jomel Warrican (0) also fell before the close of play. Brandom King (23) and captain Roston Chase(1) are at the crease. With a total of 14 wickets falling on the opening day, the match is finely poised.

**In related news:** Indian fast bowler Harshit Rana has been released from the India squad ahead of the second Test against England. Rana was initially included as cover for the first Test but has not travelled with the team to Birmingham.

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