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England vs West Indies 1st Test: Review

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The wait was finally over for all cricket fans as international cricket resumed after a break of three months after the COVID-19 pandemic brought the gentlemen’s game to a standstill in March. ( Pic Courtesy: Google) As everyone was gearing up to watch live action the rain played spoilsport as it often does in England. The day was full of conditions that were not what the doctor ordered for cricket lovers out there. 17.1 overs. That's about as much action the first day's play witnessed when cricket returned from a 117-day break. England managed 35/1, losing Dom Sibley for a duck.  ( Pic Courtesy:  Google )                                                    On Day 2, West Indies bowlers came in with intent, especially Jason Holder and Shanon Gabriel. Both of them bowled great lines to catch the English batsmen off-guard. With all ten wickets shared b...