Men’s Hundred | Twitter lights up over Akeal Hosein's gun celebration following double wicket haul

08/19/2024

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West Indies players are often recognized for their distinctive celebrations, and some even create their signature styles after taking a wicket. A similar moment unfolded in the final match of the Hundred when Akeal Hosein celebrated his two-wicket haul with a unique celebration of his own.

‌A packed Lord’s witnessed the title clash between Oval Invincibles and Southern Brave as James Vince won the toss and elected to field. Oval openers Will Jacks and Dawid Malan started strong, racing to 44/0 in five sets. Jofra Archer then gave the Brave a breakthrough by dismissing Malan, followed by Tymal Mills removing Jacks for 37 off 22. However, Jamie Cox and Sam Curran steadied the ship, building a crucial 46-run partnership, taking Oval to 92/2 in 65 balls. But Oval witnessed a mini batting collapse when Akeal Hosein struck twice in quick succession, celebrating each wicket with a unique gesture.

On the 67th ball, Hosein delivered a length ball around off stump to Curran, who attempted a cross-shot but only managed a top edge that soared high. Archer easily caught the ball as Curran walked off. On the next delivery, Hosein bowled a quick, straight ball on off stump. The Oval skipper tried to whip it across but missed entirely, and the ball crashed into the stumps. Hosein, visibly pumped, celebrated by pointing to the dugout and making a shooting gesture with his hand, a moment that resonated with fans on social media.

The gun celebration

— Gill Bill (@bill_gill76078)

Back to back

2️⃣ wickets in 2️⃣ balls for Akeal Hosein! 🤩
— The Hundred (@thehundred)

One of the best

Akeal hosein is the best finger spinner in the World
— Fazal (@I_am_nothing18)

Again

Akeal Hosein has picked up back to back wickets, the spinner has just turned the game, amazing thing is his control and variation of the pace, doesn’t bowl the lose deliveries and that’s why the Caribbean off spinner is rarely hit for the boundaries. What a talent this man is!
— Ali Sajawal (@AliSaja25116369)

Game changer

75 balls gone, Invincibles now 102-5. Akeal Hosein 3-34 from his 20 balls.
— Thomas Sutcliffe (@aspitweets)

Great addition

Akeal Hosein has been a great addition for the southern brave.
— Shaun with a U 🇹🇹 (@Shaunks17)

The Turkey guy

Akeal Hosein does the celebration.
— Delhi Capitals Fan (@pantiyerfc)

Should make

Akeal Hosein should make it to the IPL.

He is by far the best left arm spinner from the West. What a character!

Defending 3 of 5 to a tie in an eliminator.
— Mōnk (@Dahi_Vada)

The hitman

Türkiye sizinle gurur duyuyor. 🇹🇷🇹🇷
— Yusuf Dikec (@yusufdikec)

Not far enoogh

S Curran goes big against Akeal Hosein but sends it too high and not far enough, and Archer takes the catch. Invincibles 93-3 (67), S Curran 25 (20). Akeal Hosein then bowls Sam Billings first ball and it is 93-4 (68).
— Thomas Sutcliffe (@aspitweets)

Men’s Hundred | Twitter lights up over Akeal Hosein's gun celebration following double wicket haul

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