As the dust settles on the exhilarating T20 World Cup 2024, where India clinched the trophy by defeating South Africa in a thrilling final, it’s time to reflect on the standout individual performances that defined the tournament.
Among the many moments of brilliance, the hattricks stood out as instances of extraordinary skill and composure under pressure. These feats not only swung matches but also showcased the immense talent and tactical acumen of bowlers in the shortest format of the game.
Let’s delve into the top three hat tricks that left a lasting impression on the recently concluded T20 World Cup 2024:
3. Chris Jordan (4/10 vs USA)
Chris Jordan made headlines in the T20 World Cup 2024 by claiming the first-ever hat-trick for England in Men’s T20Is. His exceptional performance came during the match against the United States, where he took four wickets in the 19th over.
Jordan started with the dismissal of Corey Anderson, followed by clean-bowling Ali Khan and trapping Nosthush Kenjige leg-before. He completed the hat-trick by dismissing Saurabh Netravalkar, as the United States collapsed dramatically from 115 for five to all out for the same score. Jordan’s feat played a crucial role in England’s victory, propelling them into the semifinals with a commanding 10-wicket win over the United States.
2. Pat Cummins
Aussie Fast bowler Pat Cummins made history in Antigua during the T20 World Cup match, becoming just the second Australian and seventh overall to achieve a hat-trick in this format. Cummins’s remarkable feat unfolded in the match against Bangladesh at Sir Vivian Richards Stadium.
He took two crucial wickets in the final two deliveries of his third over and then secured his hat-trick by dismissing Towhid Hridoy with the first ball of his next over, caught at short fine leg. Cummins’s impressive figures of 3-29 were instrumental in Australia’s efforts to restrict Bangladesh to 140-8.
1. Pat Cummins
Pat Cummins achieved a historic feat during Australia’s Super Eight match against Afghanistan in the T20 World Cup at Kingstown, St. Vincent. He secured his second hat-trick of the tournament, making him the first bowler ever to achieve this in T20 World Cup history.
Cummins’ remarkable display included dismissing Afghanistan’s captain Rashid Khan off the last ball of his third over. Returning in the final over of the innings, he swiftly removed Karim Janat and Gulbadin Naib with consecutive deliveries to complete his hat-trick.