Ruben Trumpelmann’s Stunning Wicket: Bowling Jos Buttler for a Duck

Left-arm seamer Ruben Trumpelmann delivered a stunning performance on the field, snatching an early breakthrough for Namibia by dismissing England captain Jos Buttler for a duck. The wicked inducker bowled by Trumpelmann had everyone on the edge of their seats during the T20 World Cup fixture between the two sides on June 15.

The match, which was shortened to 11 overs a side due to a rain delay, put England’s Super Eights spot on the line. Failure to secure a win here would result in elimination for the English team in the group stage.

England struggled to score in the initial stages of the game, with a hint of dampness in the pitch. Trumpelmann took full advantage of the favorable conditions, delivering a full-length nip-backer that sharply returned after pitching on the middle stump. Buttler attempted a heave over long-on, but the ball ricocheted off his thigh pad, uprooting his off stump. Despite facing only four deliveries, the England captain failed to open his account.

Soon after Buttler’s dismissal, Phil Salt, who was batting on 11 off seven balls, followed suit as he was caught behind by wicketkeeper Zane Green off the first ball of the third over.

The thrilling moment of Trumpelmann ripping out Buttler’s stump can be witnessed in the embedded Instagram post above. To stay updated with post-match analysis, player interviews, and more, viewers can subscribe to the Wisden Cricket YouTube channel.

In summary, Trumpelmann’s exceptional bowling performance set the stage for an intense showdown between Namibia and England in the T20 World Cup fixture. His skillful delivery to dismiss Buttler without scoring showcased the talent and determination of the Namibian team. Will Namibia be able to continue their impressive performance in the tournament, or will England bounce back stronger? Only time will tell as the T20 World Cup action unfolds.