‘Helmet too big’: Lhuan-dre Pretorius leaves fans in splits during AUS vs SA 3rd T20I – Watch | Cricket News

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Cricket fans have been handled to a hilarious second in the third T20I between Australia and South Africa at Cazaly’s Stadium on Saturday, when younger Proteas batter Lhuan-dre Pretorius discovered himself battling extra than simply the bowlers. Facing Josh Hazlewood, Pretorius tried to loft a supply and set off operating. But beneath the night sky in Cairns, he momentarily misplaced observe of the ball whereas sprinting between the wickets. The purpose, as caught on digicam, was nearly comical; his helmet had slipped ahead, partially overlaying his eyes. “Maybe his helmet sort of came over, the helmet is too big,” quipped one commentator, sparking laughter in the field and amongst fans on social media, the place the clip rapidly went viral.Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW!Watch: Despite the lighthearted second, Pretorius appeared in high quality contact. He cracked 5 boundaries in his 15-ball keep, racing to 24 at a strike fee of 160. His aggressive intent gave South Africa early momentum after skipper Aiden Markram fell in the primary over. But his cameo ended abruptly. Nathan Ellis, launched into the assault, struck with simply his second supply. Banging the ball in quick at 127 kph, Ellis pressured Pretorius into an ungainly pull. The proper-hander did not hold it down and picked out Aaron Hardie at midwicket. Pretorius walked again with a rueful smile, his innings lower quick however nonetheless the speaking level of the night.Ryan Rickelton adopted quickly after, leaving Dewald Brevis and Tristan Stubbs to rebuild. By the halfway level of the innings, the Proteas had reached 113 for 4 in 12 overs. The collection was locked 1-1 heading into this decider, however for a couple of minutes in Cairns, cricket took a backseat as Pretorius’ outsized helmet offered a second of levity that had everybody — from commentators to fans on-line — laughing out loud.