Joanna Child, a remarkable 64-year-old cricketer from Portugal, has etched her name in history by becoming the world’s oldest cricketer to make her T20 International debut.
On April 7, during her team’s series opener against Norway at Albergaria, she broke World’s oldest cricketer records, eclipsing previous milestones set by Andrew Brownlee from the Falkland Islands and Cayman’s Mally Moore, both of whom made their debuts at 62 years old and became that time World’s oldest cricketer.
Child’s debut may not have been marked by a remarkable performance—she scored just two runs before getting dismissed—but it was the sheer act of participating at such an age that caught the attention of cricket enthusiasts globally.
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This World’s oldest cricketer got the chance in the playing XI:
Despite her personal stats, Portugal emerged victorious by successfully defending a target of 110 runs, showcasing the team’s resilience and competence. Following her initial outing, Child was retained in the playing XI for the second and third T20Is, contributing to Portugal clinching the series against Norway with a commendable final tally of 2-1.
Moreover, what makes Child’s debut even more fascinating is the diverse age range within the Portuguese squad, which included promising young talents like 15-year-old Ishreet Cheema and 16-year-olds Mariam Waseem and Afsheen Ahmed. This blend of youthful exuberance and seasoned experience has added a new dimension to the team.
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Joanna Child’s inspiring journey has sparked a wave of support on social media, making her a symbol of tenacity in the sport.
While her performance may have been modest, the significance of her achievement as the world’s oldest cricketer to make an international debut resonates deeply, exemplifying the spirit of sportsmanship and the belief that it’s never too late to follow one’s passion.
