Which bowler has had maximum number of consecutive wickets in any World Cup?
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Lasith Malinga
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Chaminda Vaas
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Shane Bond
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Shane Warne
A
Correct answer
Explanation
Lasith Malinga became the first bowler to take 4 wickets in 4 consecutive balls in World Cup history against South Africa in 2007. Chaminda Vaas had taken a hat-trick 3 wickets in 2003 but not 4 in 4. Shane Bond and Shane Warne were great bowlers but never achieved 4 consecutive wickets in a World Cup match.