England vs West Indies 1st Test Live Southampton: When Michael Atherton Got Pranked Live on-Air on Day 4 During Commentary
Former English cricketer Michael Atherton found himself on the wrong foot when he fell prey to a prank during the first Test between England and West Indies at Southampton while he was commentating. Also Read – HIGHLIGHTS ENG vs WI 1st Test: Joseph, Gabriel Put West Indies on Top vs England at Stumps on Day 4
On July 11, which was Day 4 of the first Test – was also the day that marked the start of domestic cricket in the country. Things turned hilarious when he was tricked into reading a rude made-up name while he was commentating for Sky Sports. Also Read – ENG vs WI 1st Test: Stuart Broad ‘Frustrated, Angry, Gutted’ After Being Dropped From England Playing XI
It happened when his attention caught a tweet that read that one of the bowlers had turned up with stupendous figures. The tweet read, “Unbelievable scenes for Cockermouth Cricket Club, with Hugh Jardon bowling 6 for 9!” Also Read – HIGHLIGHTS 1st Test, Day 3, Southampton: England Trail West Indies by 99 Runs at Stumps
After reading it aloud on-air, he realised it was fake and was a mistake made by him. Realising the mistake, he was left red-faced and left the commentary box. Former England stars Rob Key and Ian Ward, who both were in the commentary box along with Atherton, couldn’t hold back their laughter.
😂😂😂😂😂😂 #Hugeass pic.twitter.com/9od8l7PvDo
— Ian Ward (@WardyShorts) July 11, 2020
“Michael Atherton on the Sky cricket commentary being duped into saying ‘6 for 9 by Hugh Jardon at Cockermouth’ is top class,” one user wrote.
“An all-time classic on Sky Cricket. Not the game, but Michael Atherton falling for the world’s oldest joke,” another tweet read.
Meanwhile, heading into the final day, the hosts have made a great comeback and have a 170-run-lead with two wickets in hand.