Gentleman’s game cricket has something named “Duck”. It is called when a batsman gets out at zero run. Batsmans’ reputation mostly depends on it. As we know there are many players who have etched their names into the history books with remarkable performances. Also, there are some who have faced the ignominy of recording the most ducks in World Cup history. We’ll find out who are the top 5 players with the most ducks in ICC World Cup history.
Nathan Astle, the former New Zealand cricketer, holds the dubious distinction of having accumulated the most ducks in ICC World Cup history. Over his 22 World Cup innings spanning from 1996 to 2003, Astle faced the ignominious walk back to the pavilion without scoring on five occasions. Despite this, his contribution to New Zealand’s cricketing legacy cannot be understated, as he managed to amass a total of 403 runs during his World Cup career.
Ijaz Ahmed(Photo Source: Twitter)
Ijaz Ahmed, a prominent Pakistani cricketer, shares the record with Nathan Astle for the most ducks in ICC World Cup history. Over 26 innings from 1987 to 1999, Ijaz Ahmed found himself dismissed without troubling the scorers five times. However, his overall World Cup statistics are more balanced, with 516 runs to his name, showcasing his ability to perform on the big stage.
Kyle McCallan(Photo Source: Twitter)
Although Ireland may not have been a traditional cricketing powerhouse, they have made their mark on the world stage. Kyle McCallan, an Irish cricketer, had a brief stint in the ICC World Cup in 2007. While his World Cup career spanned only eight innings, he unfortunately registered four ducks. With a modest total of 33 runs, McCallan’s World Cup experience serves as a reminder of the challenges faced by emerging cricketing nations.
Darren Bravo(Photo Source: Twitter)
Darren Bravo, a talented West Indian batsman, faced the disappointment of four ducks during his 11 World Cup innings from 2011 to 2019. However, Bravo’s World Cup journey wasn’t all gloom, as he managed to accumulate 207 runs for the West Indies during this period. His elegant batting style and occasional brilliance will be remembered alongside his struggles with early dismissals.
Keith Arthurton(Photo Source: Twitter)
Keith Arthurton, another West Indian cricketer, rounds out our list with four ducks in 13 World Cup innings from 1992 to 1999. While his World Cup journey may have been marked by inconsistencies, Arthurton’s ability to contribute with the bat was evident through his 241 runs in the tournament.
The ICC Cricket World Cup has witnessed countless moments of cricketing glory and despair. These five players, despite facing the disappointment of numerous ducks, played their part in the storied history of the tournament. Cricket is a game of highs and lows, and while these players experienced the lows more often than they would have liked. As cricket fans, we remember them not just for their ducks but for the moments of brilliance they provided during their World Cup journeys.
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