Jacob Duffy https://www.cricketwinner.com Jacob Duffy Thu, 10 Apr 2025 11:50:25 GMT https://validator.w3.org/feed/docs/rss2.html https://github.com/jpmonette/feed en Copyright © 2024 Cricket Winner. All Rights Reserved. <![CDATA[NZ vs Pak: Floodlights at Bay Oval go off mid-match during third ODI]]> https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/nz-vs-pak-floodlights-at-bay-oval-go-off-mid-match-during-third-odi/ https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/nz-vs-pak-floodlights-at-bay-oval-go-off-mid-match-during-third-odi/ Sat, 05 Apr 2025 11:45:52 GMT

In an odd moment during the third T20I between Pakistan and New Zealand, play stopped as the floodlights suddenly failed, just as New Zealand pacer Jacob Duffy was ready for the key ball to Pakistan batter Tayyab Tahir. In Pakistan's innings, the incident was seen during the 39th over. Pakistan had a score of 218/8 when they were chasing a steep target, requiring 47 runs from 21 balls. Tayyab was batting quite confidently on 33 from 30 balls, along with tailender Akif Javed at the exact other end. Duffy, having figures of 1 for 39, began all during his run-up on just the seventh ball from his spell when, quite literally, everything went dark.

The blackout, quite sudden, stunned all of the people—players, fans, and commentators alike. Duffy attained quite his delivery stride. Then the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium floodlights cut out, plunging the field in darkness. Both of the batters, along with the bowler, instinctively stopped themselves, with complete confusion coupled with laughter spreading across the entire ground.

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Due to one unforeseen issue, a pause occurred while stagehands were fixing all of the lights. During that short break, players all gathered together and chatted, while social media then exploded with various reactions to that surreal scene. The fans joked of how the pressure of tense final overs was a lot to handle. Even those lights could not quite handle those tense final overs. Fortunately, this issue was absolutely resolved promptly, and then play resumed without more hiccups. Even though it did not quite change up the final outcome, the moment has now earned its place in cricketing folklore.

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Khushdil Shah confronts fans taunting Pakistan team after their dismal performance

Pakistan’s tour of New Zealand ended not only in a disappointing series loss but also amid controversy, as all-rounder Khushdil Shah became involved in a heated exchange with fans after the third ODI in Mount Maunganui. Clearly frustrated, Khushdil had to be restrained by teammates and security personnel after reacting to taunts from the crowd.

The altercation occurred shortly after Pakistan’s 43-run defeat, which sealed a 3-0 whitewash in the ODI series, following a 4-1 loss in the preceding T20Is. Eyewitnesses reported that some fans directed personal and provocative remarks at the players as they exited the field. In response, an angered Khushdil turned back to confront the crowd, continuing the verbal exchange despite attempts by others to calm the situation.

 

 

 

 

 

]]> <![CDATA[Twitter Reacts as Jacob Duffy Becomes No.1 T20I Bowler After 13 Wickets vs Pakistan]]> https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/twitter-reacts-as-jacob-duffy-becomes-no-1-t20i-bowler-after-13-wickets-vs-pakistan/ https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/twitter-reacts-as-jacob-duffy-becomes-no-1-t20i-bowler-after-13-wickets-vs-pakistan/ Wed, 02 Apr 2025 17:01:25 GMT

New Zealand fast bowler Jacob Duffy is currently at number one in ICC T20I rankings, pipping West Indian pacer Akeal Hosein. All his brilliant displays of bowling for his team against Pakistan in recent T20I matches contributed to achieving this honor.

Dominant Performance Against Pakistan

Duffy was the highest wicket-taker in the five-match T20I series, taking 13 wickets at a batting average of 8.38 and an economy rate of 6.16. His master bowling was the major contributor to New Zealand's 4-1 series win.

With 723 rating points, he overtook Hosein (707 points) to rank as the No.1 T20I bowler.

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]]> <![CDATA[Injury Blow for New Zealand: Ben Sears Out of Champions Trophy 2025, Jacob Duffy Steps In]]> https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/injury-blow-for-new-zealand-ben-sears-out-of-champions-trophy-2025-jacob-duffy-steps-in/ https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/injury-blow-for-new-zealand-ben-sears-out-of-champions-trophy-2025-jacob-duffy-steps-in/ Fri, 14 Feb 2025 08:06:52 GMT

New Zealand fast bowler Ben Sears has been excluded from the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 due to a hamstring injury. Jacob Duffy, who is a member of the New Zealand squad for the current tri-series in Pakistan, has been appointed as Sears' cover for the eight-country tournament.

Following a New Zealand Cricket announcement, Sears had suffered left hamstring pain at the first practice session in Karachi. He then had a scan which showed he had a slight tear and required at least two weeks' rehab. In view of this, Sears would only have been ready for New Zealand's last group match against India on March 2, hence the decision to replace him throughout the tournament.

New Zealand head coach on a very Disappointment :

New Zealand head coach Gary Stead expressed disappointment over Sears missing out.  “We’re all really feeling for Ben,” said Stead.

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“It’s always tough being ruled out of a major event at such a late stage, and it’s especially tough in Ben’s case, given it would have been his first major ICC event.

“The timeframes for Ben to be fit to play again meant he would likely miss the majority of the group stage, and given the short nature of the tournament, we felt it was appropriate to bring in a player who is fully fit and ready to go.

“Ben is a player with huge potential, and given the short rehabilitation timeframe, we’re sure he’ll be fit and raring to go for the home series against Pakistan back in New Zealand.

Stead added that Duffy is a strong replacement for Sears.

"Jacob showed with his performances in the recent home series against Sri Lanka that he is more than capable at the international level.

 “He’s been part of the squad for the ODI Tri-Series, so he’s fully acclimatised, and he’s got plenty of experience in these conditions and is fit and ready to go.

 “He’s another player who will be experiencing his first senior ICC event, so it will be an exciting few weeks ahead for him.” 

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