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Alan Donald Run Out World Cup Semi Final

1999 • Cricket • Player Mistake • Run Out
Alan Donald Run Out World Cup Semi Final — SportsMistakes artwork

THE STORY

In the 1999 Cricket World Cup semi-final on June 17 at Edgbaston, Birmingham, South Africa faced Australia. With the scores tied and one wicket remaining, Lance Klusener hit two consecutive fours, leveling the scores. On the final ball, a miscommunication between Klusener and last man Allan Donald led to Donald being run out, resulting in a tie. Australia advanced to the final based on a superior net run rate in the Super Six stage. (icc-cricket.com)

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WHY IT MATTERS

This dramatic incident is one of the most memorable moments in cricket history, highlighting the fine margins that can determine the outcome of high-stakes matches.

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