WATCH: Nathan Lyon’s Ball Mix-Up

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Cricket fields often witness hilarious moments that entertain fans and players alike. Whether its fielders chasing a runaway ball, equipment malfunctions, or players slipping mid-run, the sport provides its fair share of comedic relief. One such funny moment recently occurred during the Sheffield Shield, involving veteran Australian spinner Nathan Lyon.

Nathan Lyon’s comical moment in Sheffield Shield 2024

During a Sheffield Shield 2024 match between New South Wales and South Australia in Sydney, Lyon found himself in a bizarre situation. After a South Australian batter launched the ball into the bushes for a six, Lyon and his teammates went in search of the red ball. Amidst the confusion, Lyon emerged holding a ball, but to everyone’s amusement, it was a white one! The scene left the commentators and fans in stitches, and the video of the incident quickly went viral on social media.

Here is the video:

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Lyon’s impressive performance with the ball

Despite the comical episode, Lyon remained focused on his primary role and delivered a stellar bowling performance. He claimed an impressive 5-wicket haul, helping to bowl out South Australia for 260 in 86.3 overs. Lyon’s figures of 24.3-8-47-5 included key wickets of Alex Carey, Daniel Drew, and Nathan McAndrew, proving once again why he is one of the finest spinners in the game.

Fans await Lyon’s battle against Indian batters in BGT 2024-25

With the Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) 2024-25 just around the corner, cricket fans are eagerly awaiting the battle between Lyon and India’s strong batting lineup. Lyon, who has been training hard for the upcoming five-Test series, is keen to test his skills against India’s renowned spin-playing batters. His performances in domestic cricket are only building anticipation for what promises to be a thrilling series.

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