The West Indies were bowled out for just 27 runs in the second innings of the third Test against Australia, marking the second-lowest total in Test cricket history. This unwanted record was set during the match at Sabina Park in Kingston, Jamaica, where the West Indies struggled with the bat while chasing a target of 204 runs. Despite expectations of a resilient effort, the Australian bowlers dominated throughout the innings.
Mitchell Starc, in his 100th Test, delivered a historic bowling performance by taking six wickets for only nine runs, including a record-breaking five-wicket haul completed in just 15 balls. His devastating opening over saw him claim three wickets immediately. Scott Boland also made a significant impact, achieving a hat-trick during the innings.
The West Indies were dismissed inside 15 overs, falling just short of the all-time lowest Test total of 26, set by New Zealand against England in 1955. This collapse highlighted both the lethal bowling of Australia and deepening challenges for West Indies cricket in the longest format
West Indies: Lowest totals in test cricket
| Team | Score | Overs | Run Rate | Innings | Opposition | Ground | Result | Match Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Zealand | 26 | 27.0 | 0.96 | 3 | England | Auckland | Lost | 25 Mar 1955 |
| West Indies | 27 | 14.3 | 1.86 | 4 | Australia | Kingston | Lost | 12 Jul 2025 |
| South Africa | 30 | 18.4×5 | 1.91 | 4 | England | Gqeberha | Lost | 13 Feb 1896 |
| South Africa | 30 | 12.3 | 2.40 | 2 | England | Birmingham | Lost | 14 Jun 1924 |
| South Africa | 35 | 22.4×5 | 1.84 | 4 | England | Cape Town | Lost | 1 Apr 1899 |
| South Africa | 36 | 23.2 | 1.54 | 1 | Australia | Melbourne | Lost | 12 Feb 1932 |
| Australia | 36 | 23.0 | 1.56 | 2 | England | Birmingham | Draw | 29 May 1902 |
| India | 36 | 21.2 | 1.68 | 3 | Australia | Adelaide | Lost | 17 Dec 2020 |
| Ireland | 38 | 15.4 | 2.42 | 4 | England | Lord’s | Lost | 24 Jul 2019 |
| New Zealand | 42 | 39.0 | 1.07 | 1 | Australia | Wellington | Lost | 29 Mar 1946 |