2024-08-19 22:21:34
Rakshabandhan is one of the most special festivals of Hinduism. In this, the sister ties a Rakhi on her brother’s wrist. Along with this, she wishes for her brother’s long life. On the other hand, the brother promises to protect his sister throughout his life. He also gives gifts to his sister for tying the Rakhi. There are many such brother-sister pairs in cricket who played international matches for their country. Today we are going to tell you about 5 such pairs.
Harry Tector and Alice Tector (Ireland)
Harry Tector is one of Ireland’s most successful batsmen. He has scored runs at an average of 50 in 45 matches. He is at number four in the ODI rankings. Just three days ago, Harry’s sister Alice Tector made her ODI debut for Ireland against Sri Lanka.
Peter McGlashan and Sarah McGlashan (New Zealand)
Sarah McGlashan played more than 200 international matches for New Zealand between 2002 and 2016. This includes 2 Tests, 134 ODIs and 76 T20s. She has around 3500 runs to her name. Peter McGlashan represented New Zealand in four ODIs and 11 T20s.
Will Sutherland and Annabel Sutherland (Australia)
Annabel Sutherland is the leading all-rounder of Australia’s women’s team. She recently scored a double century in Tests. Sutherland also has 59 wickets in bowling. She also plays in the WPL. Annabel’s brother Will Sutherland got a chance to play two ODIs for Australia this year. He has 18 runs and 2 wickets to his name.
Nathan Astle and Lisa Astle (New Zealand)
Which cricket fan does not know the name of Nathan Astle? He is among the greatest batsmen in New Zealand cricket history. Astle holds the record for scoring the fastest double century in Tests. Nathan’s sister Lisa Astle has also played an international match for New Zealand.
Ed Joyce, Dom Joyce and Isobel Joyce, Cecelia Joyce (Ireland)
There are four international cricketers in Ireland’s Joyce family. Brother Ed Joyce has also played for England. Dom got a chance to play three ODIs for Ireland. Both their sisters Isobel and Cecelia have played a lot of international cricket. Apart from one Test, Isobel has played 79 ODIs and 55 T20s. Cecelia has experience of 100 international matches.