Fast Bowlers Dominate First Day of Second South Africa vs. West Indies Test

Fast bowlers took center stage as 17 wickets fell on the first day of the second Test between South Africa and West Indies. Shamar Joseph of Guyana marked his debut with five wickets, while Wiaan Mulder's 4-18 helped South Africa gain an advantage. The match continues after a rain-affected first Test.

Fast bowlers took center stage on the opening day of the second cricket Test between South Africa and West Indies, with a remarkable 17 wickets falling at Providence Stadium, Guyana.

Local debutant Shamar Joseph mesmerized the visitors by claiming five wickets for 33 runs, limiting South Africa to a total of 160 after they opted to bat first. Jamaica's seam-bowling allrounder, Wiaan Mulder, then escalated the crisis with a spell that netted him four wickets for 18 runs, wrecking the West Indies' line-up and leaving the home side at 97-7 by the end of the day.

The standout performers included Jason Holder, who remained unbeaten on 33 for the West Indies, and Dan Piedt with 38 for South Africa, combining with Nandre Burger for a record 10th-wicket partnership that added 63 crucial runs. Fast bowlers' dominance was evident as they clinched 15 of the day's 17 wickets.

(With inputs from agencies.)