Winston Benjamin bowling vs England 1988
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.