Joan Hickv Takes Five-Wicket Haul in T20 Cricket at Age 51
Isle of Man off-spinner Joan Hickv has claimed five wickets for 10 runs against Greece in a T20 match in Romania. The achievement sets a new world record for the oldest bowler to take a five-wicket haul in international cricket.
In a remarkable feat at the Moara Vlasiei Cricket Ground in Romania, Isle of Man off-spinner Joan Hickv delivered a historic performance against Greece by claiming five wickets while conceding just 10 runs. The match, which took place the day before yesterday, showcased the remarkable skill and longevity of the seasoned cricketer on the international stage.
Joan Hickv achieved this milestone at the age of 51 years and 173 days old. This extraordinary performance makes Hickv the first bowler across both men's and women's international cricket to take a five-wicket haul in an innings after crossing the age of 50 years.
The exceptional bowling spell from Hickv dismantled the batting lineup of the Greece national team, restricting them to a total of 52 runs before they were bowled out. Capitalizing on this dominant bowling performance, the Isle of Man team comfortably secured victory by losing only nine wickets in the process.
With this sensational five-wicket haul, Hickv officially shattered a longstanding international cricket record that had stood for 96 years. The previous record was held by Australia's Bert Ironmonger, who had taken five wickets in an innings back in 1932 at the age of 49 years and 3 days.
Hickv's journey in international cricket is particularly notable given that the player made their international T20 debut at the relatively late age of 47 years. This latest record-breaking performance adds a historic chapter to Isle of Man cricket, cementing Hickv's place in the sport's record books alongside legendary figures from international cricket history.
