Winston Benjamin bowling vs England 1988

Mr. Devotor

Winston Benjamin is bowling vs England. A brilliant spell of 4 for 52 at Oval in the 5th Test in 1988.

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00:00Welcome to the new video of Cricket Thrill.

00:03Winston Benjamin, a name synonymous with cricket excellence, hails from Antigua.

00:08He was born on December 31, 1964.

00:12He showcased his cricketing talent from a young age.

00:16His passion for the game was evident, leading him to pursue a cricket career.

00:21Winston Benjamin made his debut for the West Indies cricket team in 1986-87.

00:27His fast-balling skills quickly caught the attention of cricket enthusiasts worldwide.

00:33Benjamin's ability to swing the ball both ways made him a formidable opponent for any

00:38batsman.

00:40Benjamin's experience and skill set provided the team with much-needed stability and strength.

00:45Winston Benjamin played 21 Test matches and 85 One-Day Internationals for the West Indies.

00:51He is also the father of world champion athlete Roy Benjamin.

00:55In the 5th Test of Oval in August 1988, Benjamin bowled superbly, taking 4 for 52 to help the

01:01West Indies defeat England by 8 wickets.

01:04Let's watch his bowling skills.

01:25Benjamin has been moving the ball away from Rob Bailey and that one came back quite sharply

01:33in the air and then kept on going off the seam.

01:36Beautifully bowled.

01:44Yes, a good full length and just squeezing it through there between Buckingham Park.

01:52I think if Graham Gooch will be looking for a night watchman, there will be one or two of those lower order men

01:57disappearing out of the dressing room at the moment.

01:59But probably someone like Neil Foster plays the crickets pretty well.

02:02He'd probably be the choice.

02:07Robin Smith, the new batsman, just coming to the wicket.

02:14Beautifully bowled again.

02:16They're really getting stuck into it out there now.

02:21Well, that's not a bad delivery to get away with on your first delivery.

02:25Pitched on a goodish length, went away off the pitch and Smith definitely played a tick.

02:29But fortune was on his side.

02:37That was an even better one because Smith played it in more calm fashion than on the first occasion.

02:47Yes, a brilliant delivery again.

02:49Going out off the pitch again.

02:51Good Richard that stepped there clapping his hands in applause.

02:58Oh, must be out.

03:01Beautifully bowled.

03:05Beautifully bowled.

03:07Thoroughly beaten by excellent bowling.

03:10Two leg cutters and then that in-ducker.

03:17And now England in real strife again.

03:21Well, there have not been many better overs bowled through the series.

03:24This one from Winston Benjamin.

03:26Barely through the gate, two magnificent leg cutters.

03:29And Smith thinking that was going to do the same.

03:31It didn't, it just kept on going into him.

03:33Playing no shots.

03:35I don't think the umpire had any option but to give him out there.

03:47And again a tremendous shout from West Indies.

03:52And the heads go down.

03:54Every appeal of the morning turned down.

03:57This ball just swings.

04:01I think Kenny Palmer has probably thought that was just a little bit high.

04:05Seemed very straight but seemed to hit ground just above the top of the pads.

04:11Another look here.

04:12Ball comes in, keeps on coming in.

04:15And seems to hit him possibly just too high.

04:21Quite easily Benjamin's most impressive test match.

04:24A lovely loose wrist action.

04:27Manipulates the seam.

04:29He can bowl that late in swinger.

04:32Also get the ball to pitch and move away off the seam.

04:37It's in the air.

04:43And Foster's gone.

04:45Logie the catcher.

04:47It was the quicker bouncer from Benjamin.

04:50And all we can say it was on for hooking.

04:56And for once Neil Foster miscues.

04:58But what a lovely innings.

05:00Superb effort of fight.

05:03Courage in fact.

05:05He went in as night watchman.

05:06And this time his innings has come to an end for 34.

05:10He just seemed a little bit unable to resist the hook shot.

05:14When you're playing bowlers at this pace it's always a little bit dangerous.

05:18But nobody could really criticise him.

05:20He's played a pretty marvellous innings out there.

05:2334 runs after 80 balls.

05:27Partnership of over 50 with Graeme Gooch.

05:30The main thing is he's battled an hour and 20 minutes a day.

05:35Versus Bowling. He's had a very very fine match.

05:54Oh and that's out.

05:56Squeezed it back.

05:57What a disappointing end to Matthew Maynard's innings.

06:02Jubilant West Indies supporters.

06:06Half the England side out.

06:10Maynard caught and bowled for 10 in England.

06:14125 for 5.

06:20Here it is. Another attempted ball right up there.

06:23Pretty unfortunate way to get out there.

06:25He's dug it out.

06:26He's got the inside edge of the pad.

06:28He's squeezed it back down the wicket.

06:30Winston Benjamin following through has done very well to hang on to it.

06:44Throughout his career, Winston Benjamin delivered several memorable performances.

06:48Winston Benjamin cricket career is a testament to what can be achieved with hard work,

06:54dedication and a commitment to excellence.

06:58Benjamin's consistency and dedication to the sport earned him a reputation as one of the first bowlers of his era.

07:05After retiring from international cricket, Winston Benjamin continued to contribute to the sport.

07:11He took on coaching roles, helping to develop young cricketers in the Caribbean.

07:16His knowledge and experience have been invaluable in nurturing the next generation of cricketing talent.

07:24While Winston Benjamin's legacy in cricket remains strong, he is remembered not only for his remarkable performances on the field,

07:31but also for the dedication and sportsmanship.

07:34His contributions to West Indies cricket have been recognized and celebrated by fans and cricketing bodies alike.

07:41For those looking to follow in Winston Benjamin's footsteps, his advice is simply stay strong, work hard and never give up.

07:49His journey proves that with determination and passion, anything is possible.

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