'I think he left it in washing machine' - Mitchell Starc reveals hilarious reason behind Mitchell Marsh wearing number-less jersey in Brisbane

Since the commencement of the World Test Championship (WTC) in 2019, players have worn jerseys with their names and numbers written on them, just like in the white-ball formats. The 2019 Ashes in England was the first time players wore jerseys with their respective names and numbers. Opinions were divided after the change was incorporated, as a section of the cricket fraternity didn't like tinkering with the purest format of the game. Legendary players like Brett Lee and Adam Gilchrist didn't mince their words while criticising the move back then.

Over the years, names and numbers on Test flannels have become normalised, as fans have gotten accustomed to the change. However, Mitchell Marsh took cricket enthusiasts on a nostalgia trip when he came out to the field on Day 2 of the second Test between Australia and the West Indies wearing a jersey that didn't have his name and number printed on it.

While all the other players from both teams were spotted wearing jerseys with their respective names and numbers, Marsh was the odd one out. Fans were confused as they started speculating what could be the reason behind the all-rounder's unique jersey. In the end, Mitchell Starc revealed during the drinks break in the first session on Day 2.

"I think he left it in the washing machine," the legendary left-arm pacer told the official broadcasters after being asked about Marsh's jersey.

West Indies bowled out for 311 in 1st innings, Australia lose four wickets in five overs before Dinner break

The West Indies started Day 2 at 266/8. They went on to add 45 runs before being bowled out for 311. Kevin Sinclair scored a fighting half-century to help his team get past the 300-run mark. This is a remarkable fightback from the tourists, after they lost half their side in the first session on Day 1, with just 64 runs on the board. 

Australia batted just five overs before the Dinner break and lost four wickets. Kemar Roach picked up the wickets of Steve Smith, Cameron Green, and Travis Head, before Alzarri Joseph accounted for the wicket of Marnus Labuschagne. The hosts are still 287 runs adrift of West Indies' first-innings total and they will have to grind it out in the second session.