Scott Boland strikes on Australia return as West Indies suffer dramatic collapse
Briefly

Australia took an 82-run lead after bowling out the West Indies for 143 in the third Test, with Scott Boland leading by taking three wickets. Batting under lights has posed significant challenges for Australia's top order, who have not collectively reached a half-century in this series. No centurions emerged from either team in the first two-and-a-half Tests, marking one of the toughest batting series in recent memory. Australia opted for a four-man pace attack, justifying their decision by gaining sufficient seam movement against West Indies batters.
Scott Boland's exceptional performance with 3 for 34 helped Australia take a commanding 82-run lead in the third Test against the West Indies.
Batting conditions have proven challenging, especially under lights at Sabina Park, making it difficult for Australia’s top order, who have yet to register half-centuries.
No batter from either team has scored a century in the first two-and-a-half Tests, highlighting the ongoing struggles faced by batters throughout this series.
Australia's decision to drop Nathan Lyon in favor of a four-pronged pace attack has proven fruitful, as they continue to exert pressure on the West Indies batting lineup.
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