Cricket is full of records — some you dream of, and some you’d rather forget. What happened in a recent World Cup League 2 match falls into the second category.
For the first time in the 148-year history of international cricket, both openers were dismissed in the very first two balls of an innings. And it happened to Canada.
What is World Cup League 2
The ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup League 2 is part of the qualifying pathway to the 2027 ODI World Cup. It allows Associate teams such as Canada, Scotland, and Namibia to play regular ODIs, with points deciding who moves closer to the sport’s biggest stage.
The Unwanted Record
It all happened on August 31, 2025, when Canada faced Scotland.
First ball — Ali Nadeem Abbasi edged Brad Currie to slip. Second ball — Yuvraj Samra was run out after sharp fielding from Brad Currie.
Just like that, Canada was 0/2 in two balls, and Scotland could hardly believe their dream start.
Why This Matters
This wasn’t just another early collapse — it was history. For the first time in 148 years, no team in international cricket had ever lost both openers to the first two deliveries of an innings.
It’s a reminder of how unpredictable this sport can be. One moment you’re starting fresh with hopes of a big score, and the next you’re staring at the scoreboard, wondering what just happened.
The Bigger Picture
For Canada, the match might sting in the short term, but these experiences are part of their cricket journey. For Scotland, it’s a moment of history they’ll proudly remember.
And for the rest of us, it’s a fresh entry in cricket’s quirky history — a record 148 years in the making.
