That’s how to treat a hat-trick!’ – Abrar spoils Gleeson’s attempt

The sequence occurred during a match between MI London and SunRisers Leeds. Gleeson entered the final delivery of his over needing one more wicket to complete the hat-trick, having already removed two key batters in two balls.

Abrar Ahmed, batting at number 11, faced the delivery and hit a six, effectively ending Gleeson’s bid for the three-wicket achievement.

Gleeson’s Hat-Trick Attempt Against SunRisers Leeds

The collapse of the SunRisers Leeds batting order allowed Gleeson to create a high-pressure scenario. By dismissing Crawley and Howell in quick succession, the MI London bowler positioned himself for one of cricket’s rarest achievements.

The dismissal of Zak Crawley and Benny Howell provided the first two legs of the hat-trick. However, the arrival of Abrar Ahmed at the crease shifted the momentum of the over. Instead of a wicket, the delivery resulted in a boundary, specifically a six, which is the maximum score possible on a single ball in the format.