WATCH: Kraigg Brathwaite hits back at former Australia player who called West Indies 'pathetic and hopeless'

The West Indies shattered the Gabba fortress, securing an eight-run victory over the formidable Australians in the second Test to level the series. Spearheaded by youngster Shamar Joseph's fiery bowling spell, the West Indies bowled out Australia for 207 in the second innings, with Joseph claiming seven wickets. Despite Steve Smith's unbeaten 91 for Australia, he received no support from the rest of the team. This triumph marked the West Indies' first win on Australian soil in almost thirty years.

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The West Indies captain Kraigg Brathwaite revealed that the team drew inspiration from former Australian cricketer Rodney Hogg's remarks to prove their worth after their thrilling victory over Australia at the Gabba in Brisbane. West Indies made history by breaching the Gabba fortress and defeating Australia by 8 runs in the second and final Test of the series.

The speedster Shamar Joseph emerged as the hero for the visitors, taking seven wickets in the second innings. Speaking after the victory, the West Indies skipper stated that the team found motivation in Hogg's comments, where he had labeled them as hopeless and pathetic before the Test series. West Indies had previously won a Test match on Australian soil in 1997.

“I must say we had two words that inspired us in this Test match. Mr. Rodney Hogg said that we were 'pathetic and hopeless'. That was our inspiration. We wanted to show the world we're not pathetic. And I must ask him ask him, are these muscles big enough for him [Shows his biceps],” said Braithwaite.

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Kraigg Braithwaite giving a reply to Rodney Hogg who told West Indies are pathetic and hopeless.

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I know he'll do great things for the West Indies in the future: Braithwaite

During the post-match conference, the West Indian skipper, Kraigg Brathwaite also commended Shamar Joseph for his impressive start to his Test career. Despite sustaining a blow to the toe while batting, Joseph showed determination and caused trouble for the Australian team. Brathwaite shared that Joseph expressed his determination to continue bowling until he secured victory for his team.

"The doctor told me that Shamar could do it and I had to back him. He's a superstar. I know he'll do great things for the West Indies in the future. Just his belief is incredible, he told me that he won't stop bowling till we win it." said Brathwaite.