In this article, we mention that in the T20 World Cup 2024, Pat Cummins created history by taking two Consecutive Hatricks
The T20 World Cup in 2024 has seen some fantastic moments, and one that truly stands out is Pat Cummins’ amazing performance. The Australian bowler made history by achieving two consecutive hat-tricks, a feat never seen before in this. Fans and experts worldwide are still in awe of his incredible bowling skills.
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In a thrilling match against Bangladesh, Cummins took his first hat-trick by dismissing Mahmudullah and Mahedi Hasan on the last two balls of the 18th over. He then sent Towhid Hridoy packing on the first ball of the final over, leaving Bangladesh struggling at 144/7. Even though Australia comfortably chased down the target, Cummins’ exceptional bowling stole the show.
But wait, there’s more! Just two days later, in another crucial match against Afghanistan, Cummins did it again. He took out Rashid Khan on the last ball of the 18th over and followed it up by dismissing Karim Janat and Gulbadin Naib with the first two balls of the 20th over, completing his second consecutive hat-trick. This achievement has left everyone amazed!
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Despite Cummins heroics, Australia lost to Afghanistan as their batting lineup crumbled under pressure. Afghanistan’s opening pair put up a strong fight with Rahmanullah Gurbaz scoring 60 runs and Ibrahim Zadran adding 51 runs. In the end Australia fell short by 21 runs in what turned out to be an eventful match.
Cummins now joins an elite group of bowlers who have achieved back-to-back hat-tricks in T20 cricket history. His remarkable performance not only showcases his skills but also highlights his versatility as a cricketer across all formats of the game. As fans eagerly anticipate his next game-changing display, one thing is for sure – Pat Cummins is a force to be reckoned with in international cricket!
