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Lucy's Dream Debut: First Test Wicket Dismisses Smriti Mandhana

Australian debutant pacer Lucy Hamilton expressed her thrill at claiming her first Test wicket, dismissing Indian vice-captain Smriti Mandhana early in the pink-ball Test at the WACA. She received her baggy green cap from teammate Beth Mooney before the match. Hamilton credited the team's support and the presence of her family for making the moment special. Her wicket helped Australia restrict India to 99/4 at the tea interval on the first day.

Key Points: Lucy Hamilton Thrilled With First Test Wicket vs India

  • Lucy Hamilton takes first Test wicket
  • Dismisses India's Smriti Mandhana
  • Receives baggy green from Beth Mooney
  • Credits team and family support
  • Australia reduces India to 99/4 at tea
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Pink-ball Test: 'I was really thrilled to get my first wicket,' says Lucy on dismissing Smriti

Australia debutant Lucy Hamilton describes the thrill of taking her first Test wicket, dismissing India's Smriti Mandhana, in the pink-ball Test at the WACA.

"to get my first wicket, I was really thrilled, 100 percent - Lucy Hamilton"

Perth, March 6

Australia debutant pacer Lucy Hamilton said she was 'really thrilled' to claim her first Test wicket in the form of India vice-captain Smriti Mandhana in the opening session of the one-off pink-ball Test at the WACA Ground on Friday.

Lucy received her baggy green cap from Beth Mooney before the match began and struck in her third over when a sharp nip-backer breached Smriti's defence and crashed into the stumps. The dismissal set the tone for Australia to reduce India to 99/4 at tea.

"Obviously playing at the WACA first in my first Test match, it's really exciting and a great opportunity. And yeah, to get my first wicket, I was really thrilled, 100 percent," Lucy said in a chat with broadcasters at tea interval.

Asked about how the team has treated her so far, Lucy said, "I think the support has been the biggest thing. Obviously getting my baggy green from Beth Mooney, and then running out with the girls was great. Even being out there was just a really special moment, and it's something I won't forget."

"I think there's lots of pressure on the Indian batters at the moment, so I think we just keep hitting our hard line and length and making them do something. They're creating chances and we're just going to take them," she added.

Lucy, who made her ODI debut in the ongoing multi-format series and played for Delhi Capitals in this year's WPL, also acknowledged the backing from her family. "I think the support all the way back from Bundaberg, all the way to Brisbane, all the way to Perth, has been lovely. Seeing them up there puts a smile on my face, that's for sure."

- IANS

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Rohit P
Getting your first Test wicket at the WACA against a batter of Smriti's class is a huge moment for any debutant. Lucy seems very grounded and grateful for the support. Good to see the spirit of the game is high. All the best to her.
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Ananya R
99/4 is a worrying score. Jemimah and Deepti have a big partnership ahead of them. The middle order needs to show some fight. We can't afford a collapse in the first session itself!
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David E
Watching from the UK. The WACA is a legendary venue for a debut. Lucy Hamilton's journey from Bundaberg to the baggy green is a great story. Test cricket, especially women's Tests, needs more spotlight. Great contest so far.
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Karthik V
Respectful criticism: Our top order seems to falter under pressure in overseas conditions too often. We need better technical preparation for the moving ball. Hope the team management is taking notes for the future.
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Shreya B
Lucy played for Delhi Capitals in WPL! So she knows some of our players well. That might have helped her plan for Smriti. Interesting sub-plot to this match. 😊 Hope our batters adapt quickly now.

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