New Delhi, July 16 -- West Indies cricket plunged to a new low during the third Test against Australia at Kingston, where they were bowled out for just 27 runs, the second-lowest total in Test history. The dismal display has further highlighted the long-standing struggles of the once-mighty cricketing powerhouse.

The team's poor showing wasn't an isolated incident. West Indies have failed to find consistency throughout the World Test Championship (WTC) cycles, finishing eighth in all three editions. Their red-ball cricket has looked increasingly out of sync with the demands of the modern game, and their decline continues to hurt the global Test cricket ecosystem.

Adding to the concerning trend is the growing number of players prioritisi...