T20 World Cup 2024: In his farewell appearance at the T20 World Cup 2024, Trent Boult etched his name with a crucial breakthrough against Papua New Guinea on Monday. Facing off in the 39th match at the Brian Lara Stadium on June 17, Boults spell turned decisive in the 15th over, just after Hiri Hiri had struck a boundary off him.Boult strikes backBoult is known for his precision and ability to bounce back under pressure. He delivered a compelling length ball that angled into the middle and leg. Hiri Hiri, buoyed by his boundary, attempted a cut but missed the mark, leading the ball to crash into the leg stump, dismissing him for 7 runs.Boults reaction spoke volumes as he celebrated his entry into the wickets column in his final T20 World Cup outing. Earlier, New Zealand speedster shocked everyone, stating that he is playing his last T20 World Cup.Heres how Trent Boult strikes:pic.twitter.com/Q1uTramYWL— Reeze-bubbly fan club (@ClubReeze21946) June 17, 2024Legacy of excellenceRegarded as one of New Zealands finest exponents of new-ball swing, Boult concludes his T20I career with 81 wickets in 60 matches at an economy rate of 7.76. His standout performances include leading the Kiwi bowling attack in the 2014 and 2021 editions of the T20 World Cup.Having opted out of New Zealands central contract in 2022, Boult remained dedicated to representing his country in all ICC white-ball tournaments, including the recent ODI World Cup in 2023 and both T20 World Cups in 2022 and 2024.Bittersweet farewellDespite Boults stalwart presence, New Zealands campaign in the T20 World Cup 2024 concluded prematurely, failing to advance beyond the first round. This marks the first instance since 2014 that the Black Caps have not reached the semi-finals in a white-ball ICC World Cup.NZs final actNew Zealand will wrap up their T20 World Cup journey against Papua New Guinea at the Brian Lara Cricket Stadium in Trinidad, with Boults impactful departure marking the end of an era for Kiwi cricket fans.
