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On Thursday, February 8 2019, Australian bowler Riley Meredith was in the spotlight for all the wrong reasons after he gave up 17 runs off of just one ball during a Big Bash League match. The 22-year-old Hobart Hurricanes player caused the strange event when he produced a string of unlawful deliveries during the game against the Melbourne Renegades.
What is Riley Meredith's latest news? The unbelievable chain of events occurred in the Renegades' first over of their run chase. Meredith, who came in to begin the batting for the Hurricanes, threw four consecutive no-balls and wide deliveries.
Meredith initially overstepped when bowling the fourth ball of the over, resulting in a free hit and an extra run being given away. The right-handed bowler then gave away five more runs by bowling a wide down-the-leg side that the keeper mishandled. Riley Meredith then made an illegal pass a second time, but Aaron Finch was able to block it. The pacer then produced his third no-ball of the over, resulting in another four-run over for Finch. The 22-year-old finally bowled a legal delivery, allowing only one run off Finch's bat on the fourth ball but still losing by 17 runs.
After allowing 23 runs in the first over, Riley Meredith called time.
The Hurricanes ultimately prevailed in the match by a score of 16 runs, but it was Meredith's strange string of deliveries that everyone was talking about.
Riley Meredith's debut in domestic cricket was on February 1, 2018, playing for BBL. He debuted for the Hobart Hurricanes against the Perth Scorchers, and his first victim was Adam Voges. The 2018 BBL season was Riley's finest overall season as a bowler, with 16 wickets. In his sixth game of the tournament, against Melbourne Stars, he took four wickets.
On July 16, 2020, Riley Meredith was called up to play cricket for the first time for Australia. However, the tour to England was cancelled due to the global pandemic. Australia's cricket team confirmed their 2020 England tour on August 14; Riley was included.
In January 2021, Riley made his T20 debut for Australia, playing against New Zealand. Later, in June of 2021, he was chosen for Australia's limited-overs tour of the West Indies and Bangladesh. On July 22, 2021, Riley Meredith's ODI debut was against the West Indies. After the coin toss, the West Indies side had a player test positive for COVID-19, forcing the postponement of the game. Since the game was only halted temporarily and not completely cancelled, the rearranged matches allowed for a continuation of play two days later.
Riley Meredith is a right-arm fast bowler and a right-handed batsman who has played for the Australian national cricket team. In March of 2021, he debuted for the Australian national team. He was a bowler for the Tasmania squad and the Cricket Australia XI in domestic cricket. Having formerly played for the Punjab Kings, he is currently bowling for the Mumbai Indians in the Indian Premier League Tournament.
FAQs
Who is Riley Meredith?
Riley Meredith is a right-arm fast bowler and a right-handed batsman who has played for the Australian national cricket team. He is the best all-rounder in the national team. Although he is very young, he performs well and assists his team in winning the matches.
When was Riley Meredith born?
On June 21, 1996, Riley Patrick Meredith was born in Hobert, Tasmania, Australia. From his childhood, he was interested in cricket. He used to play in his school. Because of his talent and playing techniques, he was selected for the national team.
How old is Riley Meredith?
As of 2023, Riley Meredith's age will be 27. He is accepting all the challenges and playing well in domestic cricket.
