Australian all-rounder Cameron Green bravely took to the field at the Gabba for the 2nd Test against West Indies despite testing positive for COVID-19. Cricket Australia protocols allowed him to participate, and he played an active role in the match. Australia faced setbacks before the second Test as Travis Head and head coach Andrew McDonald also tested positive for the virus.
In a remarkable display of commitment, Green maintained a distance from his teammates on the field, adhering to safety measures. During the national anthems, he stood apart, and when Australia secured a wicket, Green celebrated from a distance while his teammates gathered in a huddle.
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Australia, unchanged from the previous match, elected to bowl first as West Indies won the toss. The first breakthrough came when Josh Hazlewood induced an outside edge from West Indies captain Kraigg Brathwaite.
Hazlewood shoos away the Covid-positive Green! 🤪 #AUSvWI pic.twitter.com/iQFbbKfpwV
— cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) January 25, 2024
Cameron Green who tested positive for COVID19 is playing the Test match against West Indies.
– He’s keeping distance with his teammates during the national anthem. (Daniel Cherny). pic.twitter.com/bLy6zQ2pzt
— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) January 25, 2024
Jos Hazlewood’s delivery angled in, enticing a tickle for wicketkeeper Alex Carey to pouch it. While the team celebrated in a huddle, Green, respecting safety protocols, refrained from joining the group and enjoyed the moment from a slight distance.
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Despite the challenges posed by COVID-19, Green’s determination and commitment to playing in the Test match showcased the resilience and adaptability of the Australian team in navigating pandemic-related disruptions. The match at the Gabba will be closely watched for both the cricketing action and the players’ adherence to safety protocols.
Australia (Playing XI): Usman Khawaja, Steven Smith, Marnus Labuschagne, Cameron Green, Travis Head, Mitchell Marsh, Alex Carey(w), Mitchell Starc, Pat Cummins(c), Nathan Lyon, Josh Hazlewood
West Indies (Playing XI): Kraigg Brathwaite(c), Tagenarine Chanderpaul, Kirk McKenzie, Alick Athanaze, Kavem Hodge, Justin Greaves, Joshua Da Silva(w), Kevin Sinclair, Alzarri Joseph, Kemar Roach, Shamar Joseph
