SHAMAR JOSEPH

Shamar Joseph – profile, career and stats

Shamar Joseph is a West Indian cricketer who plays for Guyana in first-class cricket.

Joseph became only the second West Indian bowler to take a wicket on his first ball on Test debut. He achieved the feat against Australia by dismissing Steve Smith. The other West Indian to do so is Tyrell Johnson.

In the same Test match, Shamar Joseph took his first five-wicket haul and became the tenth West Indian bowler to achieve the milestone.

Joseph is also the second bowler after Nathan Lyon to take a five-wicket haul and a Test wicket off the first ball on debut in the maiden innings.

When and where was Shamar Joseph born?

31 August 1999, Baracara, East Berbice-Corentyne, Guyana.

What is the jersey number of Shamar Joseph?

70.

Which team in the Caribbean Premier League (CPL) does Shamar Joseph play for?

Guyana Amazon Warriors.

What is the role of Shamar Joseph in the West Indies team?

Shamar Joseph plays the role of a fast bowler.

When did Shamar Joseph debut for the West Indies?

In 2024, Shamar Joseph played his first Test against Australia.

What did Shamar Joseph do before he became a cricketer?

Joseph worked as a security guard.

Who was the idol of Shamar Joseph growing up?

Curtly Ambrose and Courtney Walsh.