WATCH: Brian Lara, Carl Hooper break down as West Indies stun Australia at Gabba

Former West Indies captain Brian Lara and Carl Hooper got quite emotional as West Indies pulled off a stunning eight-run win over Australia on Sunday at the Gaba with Shamar Joseph taking seven wickets in the second innings. This is West Indies’ first win in Australia since they last registered a victory in Perth in 1997. The incredible win made Lara, a batting legend, very emotional while commentating on the result in the Fox Cricket box.

“This is unbelievable,” Lara said as tears rolled down his cheeks.

“Twenty-seven years to beat Australia. Young, inexperienced, written off – this West Indies team can stand tall today. West Indies cricket can stand tall.

“Today is a big day in West Indies cricket. Congratulations to every member of that cricket team. What a wonderful occasion.”

The 3 Kings…@gilly381 @BrianLara #Smithy
❤️ test cricket…@FoxCricket pic.twitter.com/rQBxho9z3B

— Mark Howard (@MarkHoward03) January 28, 2024

Former skipper Hooper was also seen breaking down in tears after the result. His video was released by Ben Cameron on X (formerly twitter).

What it means to Carl Hooper! @abcsport #AUSvWI pic.twitter.com/5TlnhWezRS

— Ben Cameron (@BenCameron23) January 28, 2024

West Indies players also hailed 24-year-old Joseph who took eight wickets in his second Test and seven in the final innings to propel his team to a memorable win.

Unbelievable scenes!! Shamar Joseph!!!!! pic.twitter.com/XdHLUrjKbC

— Isa Guha (@isaguha) January 28, 2024

After West Indies’ victory, the social media platform X was full with outpouring of emotions from people connected to the game.

Seeing @BrianLara in tears in the comm box tells you everything you need to know about Test cricket and what it means .. @FoxCricket