The Gabba hero, known for his recent historic win against Australia despite an injured toe, has been bought by the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) for the upcoming IPL season. Joseph will replace injured pacer Mark Wood, who previously pulled out of the 2022 and 2023 seasons due to back issues. He joins LSG for a modest sum of Rs 3 crore.
This is a powerful moment for Joseph, who has already enjoyed success in other T20 leagues like the PSL and ILT20. Fans can expect him to bring his fiery pace and match-winning spirit to the IPL stage.
Lucknow Super Giants have named Shamar Joseph as replacement for Mark Wood in #IPL2024. pic.twitter.com/c78Oazb2PT
— Cricbuzz (@cricbuzz) February 10, 2024
Who is Shamar Joseph?
24-year-old West Indies fast bowler Shamar Joseph has created a stir in the cricket world. Despite starting his professional career late due to working as a security guard, his raw talent and determination have propelled him to stardom.
He became a national hero in his very first Test series against Australia. Playing with an injured toe, he played a match-winning innings of seven wickets in the second Test to lead his team to victory at the Gabba—a historic achievement against Australia on their home ground.
Joseph’s story is inspiring. Despite growing up in a remote village with no access to cricket facilities, he stuck to his passion. Now, he is not only playing international cricket but also making progress, taking five wickets on debut and setting a record with his performance at the Gabba.
This talented young player, who had to row a boat for two days to reach his village, is a testament to hard work and dedication. He has made an exciting contribution to the world of cricket, and his journey will surely inspire aspiring players everywhere.
Shamar Joseph Career Stats
| Format | Matches | Innings | Runs | Average | Wickets | Average | Best Bowling |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Test | 2 | 3 | 57 | 28.50 | 13 | 17.30 | 7/68 |
| ODI | – | – | – | – | – | – | – |
| T20I | – | – | – | – | – | – | – |
| First-Class | 13 | – | 300 | 23.08 | 52 | 24.23 | 8/40 |
| List A | 12 | – | 35 | 11.67 | 18 | 24.11 | 4/20 |
| T20 | 26 | – | 81 | 16.20 | 26 | 23.81 | 4/17 |