In the ODI match between Ireland and South Africa, South African coach JP Duminy entered the field to field, fans were surprised to see him.
Former South African all-rounder and current batting coach Jean-Paul Duminy fielded for his team in the last ODI of the 3-match series between South Africa and Ireland in Abu Dhabi yesterday.
Duminy, who retired from all forms of cricket in 2019, came in as a substitute fielder in the final overs of Ireland's innings.
The 40-year-old South African coach not only fielded but also saved a boundary by diving at short third man, he was praised by commentators for his brilliant fielding despite retiring five years ago.
Why did the coach come to field?
In fact, several South African players walked off the field during Ireland's innings due to the intense heat and tough playing conditions in Abu Dhabi.
Captain Tamba Boma was already out of the match due to injury, while all-rounder Wian Mulder had also returned home due to personal matters.
South Africa were short of players, forcing Duminy to field as a substitute.
It should be noted that according to the rules, in case of lack of players due to injury or any other reason, coaches or team management members can come to the field as substitutes.
Talking about the match, Ireland defeated South Africa by 69 runs in the last ODI of the series, but South Africa won the series 1-2.
