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Australian pacer Pat Cummins etched his name in the history books by becoming the first bowler in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 to pick up a hat-trick. Cummins achieved this remarkable feat against Bangladesh during Group 1’s Super 8 match at Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, North Sound in Antigua on Thursday evening, June 20, 2024.
Pat Cummins’ maiden hat-trick
The right-arm seamer’s hat-trick began in the 18th over, where he dismissed Mahmudullah and Mahedi Hasan on the last two balls. Returning in the 20th over, Cummins completed his hat-trick by taking the wicket of Towhid Hridoy, wrapping up a stellar bowling performance.
Cummins’ hat-trick is the seventh in the history of the Men’s T20 World Cup, joining his countrymen Brett Lee, who was the first player to accomplish this rare feat.
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Cummins’ exceptional performance played a crucial role in Australia’s dominance in the match, as they restricted Bangladesh for a below-par total of 140/8. The hat-trick not only boosted Australia’s position in the game but also highlighted Cummins’ exceptional skills and consistency as a premier fast bowler on the global stage.
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— CricketTimes.com (@CricketTimesHQ) June 21, 2024
Hat-tricks in Men’s T20 World Cup
- Brett Lee (AUS) vs BAN, Cape Town, 2007
- Curtis Campher (IRE) vs NED, Abu Dhabi, 2021
- Wanindu Hasaranga (SL) vs SA, Sharjah, 2021
- Kagiso Rabada (SA) vs ENG, Sharjah, 2021
- Karthik Meiyappan (UAE) vs SL, Geelong, 2022
- Joshua Little (IRE) vs NZ, Adelaide, 2022
- Pat Cummins (AUS) vs BAN, Antigua, 2024
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