Spin bowler Kishor Kumar Sadhak has etched his name in cricket history by achieving the extraordinary feat of claiming two hat-tricks in back-to-back overs during a recent game in the UK.
An Unprecedented Feat on the Cricket Pitch
Playing for Ipswich and Colchester Cricket Club, Sadhak delivered a performance for the ages. His incredible spell came during a Two Counties Championship Division Six game against Kesgrave, where he ended with a staggering figure of 6-21.
This remarkable display of skill saw him secure his first hat-trick, followed immediately by a second in the very next over, a truly rare and difficult accomplishment in cricket.
Dominating Performance from Ball to Bat
A closer look at the scorecard reveals the destructive nature of Sadhak’s bowling. Five of his six victims were clean bowled, while the sixth was caught out. He was instrumental in eliminating five Kesgrave batters for ducks, effectively crippling their innings.
Beyond his record-breaking bowling, Sadhak also contributed to his team’s victory with the bat. Chasing a target of 139, he scored an unbeaten 14 runs, including two fours and a six, helping his team secure a seven-wicket win in just 21 overs.
The Elation and Aftermath
The magnitude of Sadhak’s achievement quickly sank in after the match. He recalled receiving numerous phone calls, overwhelmed by the attention.
“When I saw that the person was bowled out, I was flying in the sky. It was amazing,” Sadhak shared with BBC Essex’s Around The Wicket. The team celebrated his historic performance with a memorable two-and-a-half-hour dinner, enjoying food and drinks.
A Humble Player, Despite History
Despite his monumental achievement, Sadhak remains incredibly humble about his place in the team. He admitted that he wasn’t entirely certain of keeping his spot in the playing XI, acknowledging the talent of his teammates.
“There are lots of other players who play really well,” he said. “So, I wouldn’t say I’m the first person on the teamsheet but I will be in a priority position!”
A Rare Occurrence in Cricket History
While taking two hat-tricks in a single match is incredibly rare, it has happened before. Australian pacer Mitchell Starc achieved this feat in a Sheffield Shield game in 2017. Even further back, Australia’s Jimmy Matthews accomplished it in 1912 against South Africa at Old Trafford.
However, Sadhak’s unique distinction lies in taking both hat-tricks in consecutive overs, a level of precision and dominance that truly sets his performance apart in the annals of cricket history.
- Kishor Kumar Sadhak claimed two hat-tricks in back-to-back overs.
- He achieved this for Ipswich and Colchester Cricket Club in the UK.
- His final bowling figures were an astonishing 6-21, contributing to a seven-wicket victory.
- Sadhak also scored an unbeaten 14 runs, helping his team chase down the target.
- While two hat-tricks in one match are rare, consecutive-over hat-tricks are exceptionally uncommon.
Sadhak’s historic performance will undoubtedly be etched in the annals of local cricket, serving as an inspiration for aspiring bowlers and a testament to remarkable skill.
