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Reflecting on the moment, Campher said:"Because of the change of overs, I wasn't really sure what was happening. I just kind of stuck to my guns and kept it really simple - and luckily, it sort of came off."Though he is the first man to achieve the feat in professional cricket, Campher is not the first cricketer overall. That distinction belongs to Zimbabwe Women's all-rounder Kelis Ndhlovu, who claimed five wickets in five balls for Zimbabwe U-19 against Eagles Women in a domestic T20 match in 2024.Campher is no stranger to producing magical moments on the field. He previously took four wickets in four balls for Ireland against the Netherlands during the 2021 T20 World Cup - joining a select group of bowlers to have done so at international level.Earlier in the match, Munster Reds posted a competitive 188 for 7 from their 20 overs after electing to bat. Campher's record-breaking spell then ensured the total was never seriously challenged.Since making his debut for Ireland in 2020, Campher has played seven Tests, 43 ODIs, and 61 T20Is, and his latest feat cements his place among Ireland's most impactful cricketers.- Ends
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