WATCH: Australia legend Steve Smith helps Shamar Joseph with his shoe laces during 1st Test at Adelaide

In a remarkable display of sportsmanship, Star Australia batter Steve Smith showcased his gracious spirit during the AUS vs. WI 1st Test. Despite being dismissed by debutant Shamar Joseph on the first ball he faced, Smith harboured no ill feelings. As Day 3 commenced, with the West Indies at 94-9, Joseph, coming into bat, found himself in a challenging situation.

While the score was not ideal, Joseph's debut with the ball had been impressive. After hitting a boundary off Josh Hazlewood, he encountered a minor issue with his shoelaces. Seeking assistance, Joseph gestured for help, and to everyone's surprise, it was Steve Smith who stepped in to assist the debutant. This heartwarming gesture earned Smith applause from the crowd, and a chuckling Joseph returned to the slip region.

Here is the video:

Thanks mate! Steve Smith gives Shamar Joseph a hand with his laces 🤝#SpiritOfCricket #AUSvWI pic.twitter.com/HQEzKi6Fl8

— cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) January 19, 2024

Meanwhile, in the larger context of the match, Josh Hazlewood's exceptional seam bowling played a pivotal role in Australia's dominant performance. Ending with figures of 5-35 in the second inning, Hazlewood's precision and control were commendable, reaching 4-2 at one point. Leading by 95 runs in the first inning, Australia bowled out the West Indies for 120.

Debutant Shamar Joseph injures Usman Khawaja

Cruising to the winning target of 26 in under seven overs, Australia experienced a bit of late drama. With the scores level, Usman Khawaja was forced to retire hurt after a Shamar Joseph bouncer struck him on the jaw. In the absence of some key West Indies players, Australia secured a convincing 10-wicket victory at the Adelaide Oval.

Meanwhile, Steve Smith's act of sportsmanship, coupled with Australia's cricketing prowess, added a touch of camaraderie to the intense competition, making it a memorable moment in the Test match. It’s worth noting that for the second match of the series, Australia and the West Indies will now head towards Brisbane. The second game will commence on January 25 at the Gabba.