Cricket is a beloved sport. Spectators love to watch it worldwide. As cricket fans, we have witnessed unexpected wins and emotional farewells that melt our hearts. The words are not enough to explain the fever of this sport, which is worshiped by the fans, who see it as a way of life. Here, we are presenting "Top 10 best things that happened on the cricket field".
1. Rohit Sharma’s Hat Trick Against Mumbai Indians
Rohit Sharma needs no introduction. Rohit is one of the finest openers in cricket history. He always entertained the spectators with his incredible batting skills. Rohit Sharma is the most successful captain in the IPL. He won five IPL titles for Mumbai Indians. But many of us don't know that the Indian skipper took a hat-trick in the IPL against Mumbai Indians. This was the first hat-trick of Rohit Sharma.
2. Sachin Tendulkar, Lifted By Indian Players In 2011
India claimed the second World Cup title after defeating Sri Lanka by six wickets at Wankhede Stadium. It was a great day for the India team and fans. After the win, the players decided to lift the great Sachin Tendulkar on their shoulders in a lap of honor. It was an honor given to Sachin by the Indian Cricket Team as it was his last World Cup. It was the dream of Sachin Tendulkar to win the World Cup for India, and this dream became reality in 2011 under the leadership of MS Dhoni.
3. Rohit Sharma Lifted Kohli
India-Pakistan match is more than just a game; it involves people's feelings and emotions. Pakistan set a target of 160 runs on the board. India lost their openers in the initial stage of the match. Virat scored an unbeatable knock of 82 runs against Pakistan, which scripted the victory story for India. This game was an epic thriller, and India achieved a remarkable victory over Pakistan. Later, Captain Rohit Sharma lifted Virat Kohli on his shoulders, and the cricket fans loved to see the two gems of Team India together in one frame.
4. Kane Williamson’s Sportsmanship
The 2019 World Cup final was full of twists and turns. The match ended with a tie, and then both the teams played super over for a tie-breaker, but the drama continued, and it was also tied. Later, England won the title on the boundary count-back rule. But New Zealand skipper Williamson handled the disappointment with dignity. Kane emerged as the unsung hero of the tournament. He was one of the cricketers who had played the tournament fair. New Zealand's behavior, when the throw diverted towards the boundary with Ben Stokes’s bat in the final, was worthy of praise. Kane even consoled Carlos Braithwaite after a five-wicket win was praised by everyone. The sportsmanship by the Kiwi skipper was celebrated in England's newspapers. Kane will always be remembered as a true cricketer and human being.
5. Gautam Gambhir Giving His Man Of The Match Award To Kohli
Indian batter Gautam Gambhir made a humble gesture by giving his Man of the Match Award to the youngster, Virat Kohli, against Sri Lanka. It was a meek gesture by Gautam. What makes it more special was Virat's maiden ODI century, which was overshadowed by Gambhir's 150-run innings. But Gambhir did not let it happen and brought Kohli to the spotlight again by giving his award.
6. Virat Kohli Asks The Crowd Not To Boo Steve Smith
Steve Smith faced a ban of one year by the Australian Cricket Board after the shameful sandpaper scandal. When Smith was fielding near the boundary, the fans started booing the former Australian skipper. Virat Kohli showed a classy gesture and asked the crowd not to boo Steve Smith and also gestured towards them to applaud good cricket instead. Virat walked towards Smith and shook hands.
7. Dhoni Plays Physio To Faf Du Plessis
Faf du Plessis suffered a cramp as he approached his hundred. Faf decided to play some big shots as he could not run because of cramps. When Faf attempted a slog, he fell over on his backside and clutched his hamstring. MS Dhoni felt that Faf needed some help. Dhoni held Faf's legs in the air and flexed his feet to stretch the muscle. Dhoni displayed a moment of cricket spirit as he helped du Plessis when he was struggling with muscle cramps.
8. Rohit Sharma Asked Rahul To Hold The Trophy
India won the three-match series against Australia by 2-1. KL Rahul won the first two games for India. Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli came back in the third ODI. Unfortunately, India lost the game. Rohit Sharma was asked to receive the winning trophy for India after the series win. But Rohit showed a beautiful gesture; he didn't even touch the trophy and asked Rahul to hold the trophy. Even KL urged him to carry it with him, but Rohit refused. It was a heartwarming gesture by Indian skipper Rohit Sharma.
9. India Vs. Pakistan
India claimed their first T20 World Cup title by beating arch-rivals Pakistan in the final. Earlier, in the group stage, both teams faced each other. India and Pakistan - the names alone are enough to turn the match into a proper thriller. Pakistan needed 12 runs from 6 balls in the last over. India tied the match with their exceptional performance, and then the result was decided by a bowl-out. Indian bowlers shone in the bowl-out with their impressive bowling. They had to hit the stumps, and India was ahead of Pakistan by 3-0. Pakistan's bowlers were unable to beat the stumps even once. India achieved an iconic victory over Pakistan in the bowl-out.
10. Rohit Sharma Withdrew The Appeal Against Dasun Shanaka
Rohit Sharma has won widespread praise for his sportsmanship against Sri Lankan batter Shanaka. Shami ran out Dasun Shanaka at non-striker end before delivering the ball when he was on 98. Indian skipper Rohit Sharma withdrew the appeal as this was against the spirit of the game. Rohit Sharma asked broadcasters that the way he batted was brilliant, and we cannot get him out like that. The Indian skipper was praised by fans and cricketers worldwide for his classy sportsmanship. Rohit was indeed the gem of Team India.
