Australia Star Gets Hit-Wicket While Slamming A Six, Yet Given Not Out. Here's Why

10.02.2024 - 14:57 sports.ndtv.com

An extremely bizarre incident was captured during the third women's ODI match between Australia and South Africa on Saturday in Sydney.

Australia skipper Alyssa Healy won the toss and opted to bat. The hosts posted a total of 277/9 in 50 overs with Beth Mooney and Healy scoring 82* and 60 runs respectively.

For the Proteas, Masabata Klaas was pick of the bowlers as she registered a four-wicket haul. However in the 48th over, an unusual incident took place which left the fans and commentators confused.

In the 48th over, Alana King played a powerful shot off Klaas' full-toss delivery, which went across the boundary rope for a six.

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