Jake Fraser-McGurk’s international debut this year against West Indies was nothing short of spectacular, instantly etching his name into the hearts of cricket enthusiasts worldwide. Bursting onto the international scene with flair, he showcased his exceptional talent and readiness for the global stage.
He earlier smashed the fastest century in world cricket, a feat that saw him breaking the record previously held by the legendary AB de Villiers. Imagine that! AB, known for his incredible batting prowess, set a benchmark that many thought would stand the test of time. Yet, here we have Fraser-McGurk, at just 21 years old, redefining what’s possible on the cricket field
Jake Fraser-McGurk shattered records by scoring the fastest one-day century in just 29 balls, a feat that surpasses the previous record held by AB de Villiers, who made a century off 31 balls in a 2015 ODI.
Let’s take a closer look at that innings.
Legends on Fraser-McGurk
He has not only captivated fans worldwide but also drawn praise from cricket’s most revered figures, including the legendary Ricky Ponting, let’s look at what some of the legends have got to say about Fraser-McGurk
Jake’s talent is on par with David’s when he was emerging. The sooner we can incorporate him into the system, the better. It’s crucial to have him play and figure out on his own the best strategies for succeeding across all formats
Ricky ponting
He’s certainly not short of confidence and it’s cool to see someone come in and at the age of 21 just play with such freedom and no fear at all
Steve Smith
The accolades don’t end here; let’s hear what other icons of the game have to say.
Players like Fraser-McGurk ‘don’t come around every day
Aaron Finch
I thinks that he can hit every ball for a four or a six
David warner
Let’s also take a closer look at his recent performance in the ILT20, facing off against players like David Willey and Andre Russell
Everyone in the cricketing world believes Jake Fraser-McGurk is undoubtedly a player to keep an eye on in the future, poised to make waves in the cricketing landscape
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Is Fraser McGurk in IPL?
Yes, Delhi Capitals have acquired Australian opening batsman Jake Fraser-McGurk to fill in for Lungi Ngidi in the IPL 2024 season. He will be joining Delhi Capitals at his base price of INR 50 lakh.
Where is Fraser McGurk from?
Jake Fraser-McGurk, born on April 11, 2002, is a cricketer from Australia. He grew up in the Melbourne suburb of Mont Albert and attended Carey Baptist Grammar School until the end of year 10. For his final two years of school, he studied at SEDA College. Fraser-McGurk made his first-class debut on November 12, 2019, representing Victoria during the 2019–20 Sheffield Shield season.
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