The first international cricket game in almost four months was a joy for players and fans around the world. This is how they reacted to the exciting West Indies victory over hosts England.
What proof for Herald the return of cricket. The firm resolve of @windiescricket both @ benstokes38 and Jason Holder have proven themselves as exemplary leaders.
– Kumar Sangakkara (@ KumarSanga2) July 13, 2020
Congratulations Windies, it was a pleasure to see you. Burnt rubber!
– Hugh Laurie (@hughlaurie) July 12, 2020
Great week of Test Cricket … For the West Indies having come to play is remarkable these days … For they have played so well and won it is amazing … I don’t even think England fans are too disappointed .. bloody love Cricket Test
– Michael Vaughan (@MichaelVaughan) July 12, 2020
Outstanding First Test, @windiescricket can be very proud of the way they fought for 5 days, @ Jaseholder98 and @ Coachsim13 have created a strong culture within the team over the past year. More exciting things to come from the West Indies! #ENGvWI
– Tom Moody (@TomMoodyCricket) July 13, 2020
There is this thing that English men seldom win their first Test.
But most importantly, the WI men played rally, rally well!
– Iain O’Brien (@iainobrien) July 12, 2020
It’s good to wake up and see @windiescricket win the first test match. Given the accumulation of this game, as well as the meaning behind it for many reasons. So much strength can be drawn from this match for a team that is so well led by @JasonHolder and @ Coachsim13
– Lisa Sthalekar (@ sthalekar93) July 12, 2020
Congratulations @windiescricket for a magical performance Great win in a test match @ Jaseholder98 and gang bring Old Trafford #seampipbouncefizz pic.twitter.com/ZTthKCr8JJ
– Danny Morrison (@ SteelyDan66) July 13, 2020
Well done @windiescricket Super win … they seem to be able to do their best, especially against England. Great things … Congratulations!
– Russel Arnold (@ RusselArnold69) July 13, 2020
Congratulations @windiescricket well fought wins in an entertaining test game
Intriguing last days of the game. All bowlers had a crack.
Blackwood’s 95 was amazing, it deserved a #TestCricketsBack #ENGvWI– Damien Fleming (@bowlologist) July 13, 2020
Congratulations to @windiescricket played with patience, great skill and maturity that we will lead with your captain @ Jaseholder98 #ENGvWI
– Daren Sammy (@ darensammy88) July 12, 2020
The first game after the break belongs to us!
Some gritty performance from the boys. This team deserves victory in this game. Congratulations guys
We are proud … #ENGvWI pic.twitter.com/wYAVRGOwh6
– Sir Vivian Richards (@ivivianrichards) July 12, 2020
I can’t speak highly enough about @windiescricket’s skill and character. Very well trained and directed by @ Coachsim13 and @ Jaseholder98. Congratulations to Gabriel and Blackwood also for their outstanding contributions. Yes, there are still two tests but a good start.
– Ian Bishop (@irbishi) July 12, 2020
Wow @windiescricket what a victory. Superior cricket test screen.
– Virat Kohli (@imVkohli) July 12, 2020
Windies well played.
A great sport for @ECB_cricket and Sky Sports for putting together a wonderful cricket during these times. #ENGvsWI #TestCricket– Ashwin (during Covid 19) (@ ashwinravi99) July 13, 2020
Congratulations #WestIndies for winning the first test. We were able to see a good cricket, led by world class players from both teams. It really whetted my appetite since we missed the game in the past few months. #ENGvWI
– Azhar Mahmood (@ AzharMahmood11) July 12, 2020
Great proof of party victory!
Congratulations to @ Jaseholder98 and the boys.
For the coaching and management staff, excellent work preparing the boys. #ENGvWI– Brian Lara (@BrianLara) July 12, 2020
Absolutely brilliant for the West Indies, first winning test of the 3-game series. It was always going to be difficult in the UK, but great character and resolve on the part of @ Jaseholder98 and her team. Critical contributions made by Gabriel and Blackwood. Celebrate and fix your gaze on the next
– Daren Ganga (@DarenGanga) July 12, 2020
Well played, Antilles.
Well played, Test Cricket
Thank you England … for making this possible in modern times. Gratitude. #EngWI #TestCricket– Aakash Chopra (@cricketaakash) July 12, 2020
Great characters shown in this victory by some key players … congratulations to the coach, captain and team https://t.co/sSEMl0kAz6
– Courtney A Walsh (@CuddyWalsh) July 12, 2020
Excellent win for @windiescricket
Exceptionally directed by @ Jaseholder98; Shannon Gabriel (9 weeks) stood up and Blackwood played a big hit in the chase race. Great start for cricket after a long break. The crowds will not return to the stadiums, but the quality cricket will surely return #ENGvWI pic.twitter.com/DmkHBF8AML– Mohammad Kaif (@MohammadKaif) July 12, 2020
Good general performances by players from both teams.
Jermaine Blackwood played a crucial blow in a tense situation to see @windiescricket. An important victory that has configured the series perfectly. #ENGvWI pic.twitter.com/PLbJlqIe8c– Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) July 12, 2020
Congratulations @windiescricket on a brilliant victory. Great display of skills and maturity and extremely well directed by Jason Holder. Blackwood header in the fourth inning and the West Indies showing how #ENGvWI is done pic.twitter.com/Y09bLzwaYk
– VVS Laxman (@ VVSLaxman281) July 12, 2020
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