Izzy gripped his bat tightly, his heart pounding. His team needed quick runs, and he was next in. But doubt crept into his mind—could he really do it? He glanced down at his magic cricket ball. It had already taken him to some of cricket’s greatest moments. Maybe it had another lesson for him.
Suddenly, the world spun. The distant sound of cheering grew louder—deafening. Izzy blinked. He was no longer at his local ground. He stood at the edge of the Wanderers Stadium in Johannesburg, surrounded by a sea of pink.
The scoreboard flashed: South Africa vs. West Indies – January 18, 2015
His eyes widened. This was it. The day AB de Villiers smashed the fastest ODI century in history.
Disclaimer: This story contains elements that have been tailored for creative and entertainment purposes. While some aspects may be inspired by real events or people, certain details have been modified or fictionalised and should not be considered entirely factual.
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