Australia Rescued by Carey, Webster Partnership After Top-Order Collapse Against West Indies in Grenada Test

Alex Carey and Beau Webster orchestrated a crucial recovery for Australia against a fierce West Indies attack on Day 1 of the second Test in Grenada. Their partnership helped the team reach a respectable total after a top-order collapse.

Alex Carey and Beau Webster rescue Australia on Day 1 of 2nd Test. (AP Photo)

Australia, after winning the toss and electing to bat, were in dire straits at 110 for 5. However, the duo of Carey and Webster forged a vital partnership of 112 runs for the sixth wicket, each scoring half-centuries to steady the innings.

Key Moments from Day 1

• Australia opted to bat first after winning the toss.
• The West Indies' pace attack rattled Australia, reducing them to 110 for 5.
• Carey and Webster's century stand revived the innings.

Usman Khawaja was the first wicket to fall, dismissed lbw by Alzarri Joseph for 16. Debutant Sam Konstas followed, edging Anderson Phillip to the keeper for 25.

Steve Smith, returning from injury, failed to make an impact, falling for just 3 runs. Cameron Green was also dismissed before lunch, leaving Australia in a precarious position at 93 for 4.

The slide continued after lunch when Travis Head was caught behind off Shamar Joseph for 2. At 110 for 5, Australia were in danger of being bowled out cheaply.

Carey and Webster Counter-Attack

Carey and Webster then launched a counter-attack. Carey, in particular, was aggressive, finding the boundary regularly. He reached his half-century after being dropped on 46.

Webster provided solid support, batting with composure. The pair added 99 runs in the afternoon session, swinging the momentum back in Australia's favour.

Carey was eventually dismissed for 63, caught off Justin Greaves. Webster continued his innings, reaching his half-century off 87 balls. However, he lacked support from the lower order. He was run out for 60 after a sharp piece of fielding.

Nathan Lyon was the final wicket to fall, giving Alzarri Joseph his fourth of the innings. Joseph finished with figures of 4 for 61. Australia were eventually bowled out for 286 in 67 overs.

Bad light prevented the West Indies from starting their innings, bringing an early end to the day's play.