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On Monday, July 22, Charlie Cassell made a remarkable entrance into ODI cricket, debuting against Oman in an ICC Mens Cricket World Cup League 2 match. The game took place at Dundees Forthill ground where Charlie Cassell delivered a stunning bowling performance.
The right-arm fast bowler achieved incredible figures of 7/21 making a new record for the best bowling figures by a debutant in ODI history. This achievement beat the previous best held by Kagiso Rabada of South Africa, who took 6/16 against Bangladesh in 2015.
During his 5.4-over spell, Cassell took the wickets of Oman’s Pratik Athavale, Zeeshan Maqsood, Ayaan Khan, Khalid Kail, Shoaib Khan, Mehran Khan and Bilal Khan.
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Here are five fascinating facts about Scotland’s rising cricket star Charlie Cassell:
1. A Last-Minute Addition to the Squad
Interestingly, Cassell was not part of the original Scotland squad for the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup League 2 series. Initially, fast bowler Chris Sole was selected, but he withdrew from the series due to personal reasons. The selectors brought in Cassell as a replacement, and the decision paid off handsomely as his debut performance led Scotland to an eight-wicket victory over Oman.
2. In a Relationship with Mia Jane Elias
Cassell’s debut was undoubtedly a proud moment for his partner, Mia Jane Elias. The fast bowler frequently shares photos with her on Instagram. While Mia keeps a low profile with a private Instagram account and 277 followers, Cassell’s follower count surpassed 1,000 after his impressive debut.
3. Overcoming a Severe Knee Injury
Cassell’s journey to his ODI debut was not without challenges. He battled a serious knee injury that sidelined him for over a year. Scotland captain Richie Berrington acknowledged Cassell’s resilience, saying, “You’ve come back from a huge setback, with that massive injury you had, put you out for a year and a bit.
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4. Family Support
Cassell has two brothers, though their names were not mentioned by Berrington during his debut cap presentation. On April 14, 2022, Charlie shared a family photo on Instagram, tagging one of his brothers, Freddie. The support of his family has undoubtedly been a cornerstone of his journey.
5. Experience in Australian Club Cricket
Before making his mark in international cricket, Charlie Cassell honed his skills in Australia, playing for the Sydney University Cricket Club. His university celebrated his success on Instagram after his outstanding debut for Scotland. Cassell’s experience in Australia likely contributed to his development as a cricketer.
Charlie Cassell’s phenomenal debut has set high expectations for his future in international cricket. Fans and teammates alike are eager to see how he continues to perform in the coming matches.