THE STORY
In the 1999 Cricket World Cup semi-final, South Africa needed one run to win with one wicket left. Lance Klusener hit two boundaries to level the scores. On the fourth ball, he mistimed a shot and attempted a risky single. Allan Donald hesitated and was run out, resulting in a tie. Australia advanced to the final based on a superior net run rate.
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Lance Klusener
WHY IT MATTERS
This incident is one of the most dramatic moments in cricket history, highlighting the fine line between victory and defeat in high-pressure situations.