Argentina’s Hernan Fennell joins elite club with double hat-trick in Men’s T20 World Cup qualifier
Argentina bowler Hernan Fennell etched his name in cricket history after securing a double hat-trick during the Men’s T20 World Cup qualifier match against the Cayman Islands in Buenos Aires on Sunday. Despite his remarkable performance, Argentina fell short, being all out for 94 runs in response to the Cayman Islands’ 116.
Hernan Fennell joins exclusive list
Fennell, aged 36, joins an elite group of bowlers who have claimed a double hat-trick in T20 internationals, including:
- Rashid Khan (Afghanistan)
- Lasith Malinga (Sri Lanka)
- Curtis Campher (Ireland)
- Jason Holder (West Indies)
- Waseem Yaqoob (Lesotho)
Notably, Fennell’s double hat-trick achievement mirrors his previous feat against Panama during the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Americas Region Qualifier in 2021, showcasing his consistency in international cricket.
A rare multiple T20I hat-trick milestone
Fennell also joins a small group of cricketers who have taken more than one T20I hat-trick. This elite list includes:
- Waseem Abbas (Malta)
- Pat Cummins (Australia)
- Mark Pavlovic (Serbia)
- Tim Southee (New Zealand)
- Lasith Malinga (Sri Lanka)
While Fennell’s bowling brilliance limited the Cayman Islands to a modest 116 runs, Argentina’s batting unit struggled to chase the target, managing only 94 runs. This loss highlights Argentina’s ongoing challenges despite individual standout performances.