Who is the first bowler to get a test hat-trick?
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Billy Bates
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Jack Hearne
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Fred Spofforth
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Johnny Briggs
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Correct answer
Explanation
Fred Spofforth (Australia) took the first Test hat-trick on 2 January 1879 against England at Melbourne. The Australian fast bowler achieved this milestone during the third Test match, dismissing three English batsmen in consecutive deliveries.