Brett Randell five wickets in five balls creates historic moment in New Zealand first-class cricket

Brett Randell five wickets in five balls became a historic moment in New Zealand first-class cricket. The fast bowler produced a stunning spell that helped his team dominate the match.

Randell achieved this rare record while playing for Central Districts in the Plunket Shield match against Northern Districts in Napier.

Record bowling performance

Brett Randell delivered one of the best bowling performances in the history of Central Districts. He took seven wickets for just 25 runs, which is the best bowling figure of his career.

His remarkable spell included five wickets in five consecutive balls. This incredible achievement created a new record in first-class cricket.

Key players dismissed in the spell

During the historic spell, Brett Randell dismissed several key players. Among them were New Zealand opener Jeet Raval and fast bowler Kristian Clarke.

The sudden collapse shocked the Northern Districts batting lineup.

Northern Districts collapse after strong start

Central Districts scored 373 runs in the first innings. In reply, Northern Districts struggled badly against Randell’s aggressive bowling.

The entire team was bowled out for just 82 runs.

Randell took six wickets in eight balls and completed seven wickets in only 12 deliveries, showing complete control over the match.

Similar record in T20 cricket

A similar record of five wickets in five balls had previously been achieved in professional T20 cricket.

Ireland international cricketer Curtis Campher set that record in a domestic Inter-Provincial match.

However, Brett Randell five wickets in five balls in first-class cricket is considered a rare and remarkable achievement.