Dot ball records in cricket

Dot balls, where the batsman fails to score off a delivery, are an important aspect of cricket. Here are some intriguing dot ball records:

1. Most Consecutive Dot Balls in T20 Internationals

Lasith Malinga, the legendary Sri Lankan fast bowler, bowled an incredible spell in a T20 International in 2019 against New Zealand, where he delivered 17 consecutive dot balls. This feat showcased his mastery of yorkers and variation.

2. Fewest Runs Scored in an ODI Innings

In 2015, Canada faced England in an ODI match. Canada's innings included a remarkable 30 consecutive dot balls, which is a record for the most dot balls in a row in an ODI inning.

3. Most Dot Balls in Test Cricket

Former Indian cricketer Bhagwat Chandrasekhar holds the record for the most dot balls bowled in a Test career. He bowled 4,528 dot balls during his Test career, highlighting his accuracy and ability to build pressure.

4. Economic Spells in T20s

Many bowlers have recorded extremely economical spells in T20 cricket, consistently bowling a high percentage of dot balls. Bowlers like Sunil Narine, Rashid Khan, and Samuel Badree have often dominated this aspect.

5. Lowest Team Total with Fewest Dot Balls

In a bizarre T20 match in 2018, Bangladesh Premier League (BPL), Rajshahi Kings managed to score just 34 runs in their innings, which is the lowest total in T20 history. Remarkably, they faced 50 dot balls out of 60 deliveries.

These dot ball records highlight the importance of bowlers in restricting the opposition and building pressure in various formats of the game. It's a testament to their skill and precision on the field.