Curtly Ambrose Bowls 9 No-Balls in an Over, 15 in Two | Story Of The Longest Over In Cricket History

Curtly Ambrose, one of cricket's legends, bowled the longest over in cricket history. But behind the humour lies a heartrending tragic story - where facing a battle of pride against Australia, he stood upto injuries, blame, and even humiliation to win a test for his team. A test series that went on to symbolize the fall of West Indies cricket dominance.
The Frank Worrell Cup, a prestigious bilateral competition between West indies and Australia, held immense significance as the stage for cricket's crown especially test cricket. And Curtly Ambrose became a crucial figure in it starting from 1988, making his mark with remarkable performances, especially against Australia.
Especially of note was his heroics in Perth in the 1992 edition where he had taken 7 wickets in 38 balls for only one run, completing a comeback for his country
However, things took a turn in 1995 when Australia defeated West Indies, marking the end of their era. Ambrose facing immense criticism for not performing up to expectations, bearing the full burden of the blame
This was further complicated when next they again lost to Australia in the 1996 world cup semifinal from a really comfortable position
So come 1996, West Indian team was extremely motivated to get there revenge but quickly faced setbacks, losing the first two tests.
Thankfully the ODIs that followed, allowed Ambrose to work hard to regain his form and make a powerful comeback in the third test, taking nine wickets.
However then tragedy stuck as Ambrose was injured during tri series ODI finals putting him out of the fourth test. His absence severely impacted West Indies, leading to a humiliating defeat.
With one test left and Ambrose recovering bit, he was now determined to win. If not for glory then for pride.
And followed it up by taking five wickets in the first innings, bringing West Indies to the brink of victory. The match became heated, with tensions rising between the teams.
And as intense final test started, watched his friend and the captain of the team Courtney Walsh risking his health by bowling even while being sick.
He became desperate to finish the match
Ignoring the fact that he was also suffering from a leg injury
An injury that would subconsciously change his gait
Leading to him struggling with no-ball calls, bowling an 15 ball over
In the end, West Indies won the match but lost the series. Ambrose's perseverance and dedication, taking 16 wickets in the last two matches, stood as a testament to his commitment, even in the face of adversity.
This memorable moment, often remembered for its humor, revealed the man behind the cricket legend-a determined legend who gave his all for his team's pride
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[@mohnishchauhan4609]

Here after west indies defeated australia and shamar joseph took 7 wickets . Cricket is truly beautiful ❤️

[@AbhishekKumar-zq8nb]

Australia is truly a fortress. It takes a lot more than just skills to win there. It takes sheer grit, passion and will to play till the very last breath. Be it India in BGT or England in Ashes or West Indies or any other test playing nation, they all have suffered but show true character in Australia.

[@demonmenace4657]

The Australian team became pretty strong during the late 90s under Steve Waugh's captaincy and in the case of WI they had been beating the Australian team for the last 16 years even in Australian conditions, So 1995 when Australia had pretty talented and skillful youngster players and a captain with the experience of Steve Waugh they managed to end WI's winning streak and later outclass WI for good

[@somaniaakash03]

I didn't knew about him but looking at that test match & what he did for WI is nothing short of a absolute magic. Injuries,Age & Heat makes even the best bowler have a bad day & Curtly had all but still decided to bowl. Hats off to him & his team

[@Az22490]

You didn’t know Ambrose?

[@somaniaakash03]

@@Az22490 Before I got a interest in Cricket he was already retired so I didn't know about him. I know Brain Lara because he was an extraordinary player but Curtly I didn't know unfortunately

[@Az22490]

@@somaniaakash03 Ambrose and Walsh retired far before Lara

[@yashsharma-xc1rt]

It’s a utter shame that we lost West Indies in modern world. Being a 90s kid I faintly remember their dying cricket and during 2011 World Cup it was completely destroyed, with glimpses of what they were in t20 wc. Along with aus Ind nz sa Eng it would have been so thrilling to see wi with their tall fast bowlers running and bowling at 150 kmph and their batsmen hitting same pace delivery out of the park.

[@subhrajitghosh7017]

This might well be your best narration so far. Especially the final tone and the ending. Man it's fabulous just fabulous

[@cricketraazenglish]

I'm happy to hear that man. I sometimes doubt myself when stories that I two in love with, don't do so well. I genuinely loved this one. So really glad to have someone who liked it too

[@sameerdahri7873]

@@cricketraazenglish dude you are an amazing narrator don't doubt yourself because the way you say it makes it really interesting

[@srivastava6400]

Always feels to be being there whenever you narate the story. You are doing a great job mate

[@debkun]

You possess the poetic essence of cricket at its finest...

[@TheFieryWind99]

I love the way you do your voice-over on your videos. As a new cricket fan from Indonesia, it's exciting to learn about the historical lore of the sport.

[@martianboxer518]

glad that cricket is spreading its a beautiful sport

[@prajittr4933]

I follow Indonesian cricket too. Aku suka bangett Indonesia. I'm pretty sure that the women's team (ranked 20 in the world) is improving very quickly and will be challengers in the next 5 years, just like the Thailand women team's journey. It's cool that your domestic competitions are also improving now. Indonesia definitely has amazing potential in cricket.

[@birajbohara4427]

I was not really familiar with Courtly Ambrose but he's going to be my inspiration for me always and this is the moment that is captured, deep... deep in my mind. Thankyou for this amazing video,

[@rohit_sharma__]

I was born in 2006 and I really feel bad that I didn't get to watch cricket of 1995-2010

[@v2nara]

What a way to present the hero and his heroic effort .. amazing.. Ambrose and walsh .. what a combo ..❤

[@birajsingha9879]

I didn't even knew him but now I've nothing but immense respect for this legend. 🙏👏 PS - This is your best one yet. Do mire narration like this man 👏☺️

[@soumy1986]

Walsh, Ambrose, Hooper, Lara, Chanderpaul... bahut rulaya inhone.. par dil bhi jeeta.. champions

[@anweshchatterjee7595]

Just brilliant video, one of your best. This guy has to be my favourite bowler ever, even though I didn't see him live. I don't think I've seen any other such beautifully natural athletic action. Magnificent brutal talent, and the attitude to back it up. Legend.

[@Vikculp]

This man deserves to narrate every official Indian Cricket documentary to be ever made going forth from this point

[@RohitMReddy]

King Curtly. Man I wish I understood what a genius he was when I was a kid watching him play. Deep respect for this humble giant.

[@vaibhavraj5224]

This is called cricket.😍😍😍 Walsh and Ambrose, what an inspiration.

[@livinvincent6661]

curtly what a bowler awesome story bro

[@user-mi6jf9mw5l]

Your choice of content and story telling is amazing. Ambrose was the most lethal bowler of his time and my favourite. Keep doing what you do!

[@spacetasticadi6103]

Love your videos I really hope you upload more often

[@cricketraazenglish]

I hope so too man, but have a 9-5 job and family. So it gets difficult sometime. but ill try my best for sure.🙏

[@spacetasticadi6103]

@@cricketraazenglish I understand mate, no pressure at all 😁😁

[@ashutoshkumar5226]

Bhaiya ji dhoni sir aur gautam sir ke bich rift ke upper bnaiye na ???

[@senthilgr]

What a fantastic narrator you are! Have always loved your stories.. This one, no doubt, is the best ever. Your channel isn't subscribed enough. It is quite often that pure gems go unnoticed by many.. But that doesn't change anything, this channel is to be treasured for years to come... Keep going brother!

[@happygilmore4888]

Do a video on jumbo Anil Kumble please[wearing bandage in head and still battling in a test], in India nobody gives respect that this biggest match winner deserves.

[@catmus1506]

Any video with Curtley in it is fantastic! Thank you.

[@varung1167]

You are the Viv Richards of cricket channel. Simply the best

[@sanjuchaudhary5300]

Great video man, always a delight to see your videos

[@manishk1140]

27 years later this January 2024, west Indies won on the Aussie soil ❤ so happy n proud and yet again in this win was a bowler as man of the match, shammer

[@Crying-Lightning]

i always share your video with my friend whos also a cricket fan ^^ also your time of upload is PERFECT. I cant eat my supper without watching something and sometimes my food gets colder while i look through the internet looking to watch a quick video and somedays like today i just had to open youtube and click on your vid lol

[@cricketraazenglish]

That's really high praise man. It's the same way with me too, have to watch something while eating. I'm watching shark tank reruns right now 😅 i hope you enjoyed the video man. And really really thanks for sharing it helps a lot🙏

[@Crying-Lightning]

@@cricketraazenglish my pleasure! you really deserve it!

[@abisheksankar645]

Man your narration skill is simply next level! You deserve more!

[@ckcariappa]

Great stuff, man! Love your work. :)

[@vidyasagarhariharan5774]

WI Never won a test until.. the gutsy Shamar Joseph created magic. .. West Indies.. may the glory days return again

[@pasinduravimal]

Right now, The favorite cricket channel!!!

[@meeraajrajesh1727]

bro please start making movies i litteraly did not take my eyes of the screen through the whole video your way of storytelling is amazing

[@cricketraazenglish]

😅maybe one day. Right now I'm just happy people like the stuff I create

[@Karthik-mw8kn]

Back when cricket had strong competition between Bowlers and Batsman. Now cricket had become batsman game with conditions and pitches favourable to them.

[@zainquadri1206]

#suggestion Jacques Kallis gets a standing ovation for coming out to bat with a broken hand... Please... ❤❤

[@adin7474]

Bhai i get so excited when you upload a new video. I watch both Hindi and English. Kudos bro.

[@Jason.Brayshaw]

Your narration is so fantastic. The best.

[@khalsasikhpunjabda]

Well a 15 ball over from a legend like Ambrose is better than watching a tripple century by someone... Even those No balls are deadly...

[@theonewhoknocks593]

Thank you!

[@chetan.sharan]

good video, Buddy

[@no_handle_found]

My wish is for you to Narrate my life, because that's the only way, my life would seem interesting 😅

[@sigmundfraud124]

Talented fellow

[@shashankG]

Voice adds different vibe to videos, videos on srilanka are my favourite

[@23.hrishikeshmukhopadhyay8]

If west indian comes up with this level of hunger, they will surely win in Australiaian soil.

[@beautifulskyway]

❤❤❤

[@akshayganesh4144]

Back then Australia west indies rivalry was well talked about

[@yshjan]

Need a vid on India vs Aus in Gabba!!

[@starkfuture1057]

This guys was an absolute monster in his peak. Unplayable.

[@havisheditz2022]

Any video on the asia cup how disastrous it was due to rain and the seam pitches

[@kg9430]

Can you also cover domestic cricket stories Eg 1990 Ranji Trophy Final

[@adityakeshari4647]

Who were in the legendary pace quartet ? Because in the 70's and 80's I know there were 5 furious Caribbean bowlers not 4. Andy Roberts, Michael Holding, Colin Croft, Malcolm Marshall and Joel Garner.

[@asfanahmed2812]

Make a detailed video on the problem with west Indies cricket

[@plantbase7755]

Beautiful man…. Absolutely beautiful commentary. ✊🏿

[@cricketraazenglish]

Thank you brother. trying to improve with each vid.😊

[@starkvirat1575]

i respect your cricketing knowledge sir Here a pitch for the next 2 video series. Follows virat kohli during the captaincy saga , all the leaked reports after that , his break , comeback on asiacup , till to this worldcup it would be highly viewed nobody has touched upon this be the first one to do as you always has please reply if you liked this pitch for the next video series

[@AAG_2211]

After reading "West Indies has never won a Test match on Australian soil since." I think about the match West Indies won in Brisbane in 2024.

[@shobi6739]

I liked all your videos ❤❤.but can you trim the video size to 8-10 min .. information is accurate but a bit of lag

[@pratikved8874]

In your Hindi video you said that Frank Worrell Trophy was started in 1962. Please decide which year😂

[@parkaarpencil7856]

60-61 it is.i just checked it.

[@SPD114]

Is that even matter 🤷‍♂️

[@phukhatosema2820]

Make video on the India controversy of this World Cup. Rely on you

[@chaitanyasharma6870]

Any video on gilchrist

[@russelschuster8036]

This is a spot fixing incident which went unnoticed.

[@Hereford1642]

I can imagine you telling these tales as bedtime stories to your little children tucked up in bed. Now children, I am going to tell you the story of when Curtly Ambrose bowled 9 no-balls in one over. Can you imagine! Now be quiet and I will begin.

[@rohitnair2806]

I just wonder what happened to west indies lagacy!!

[@manojr1488]

can you tell us what really happened in india vs australia wc final 2003? why did a team full of legends crumble like that?

[@demonmenace4657]

It was pressure, Australia had planned very well for the finals and had the perfect strategy and gameplan to win in both scenarios, Ganguly miscalculated and failed to somewhere utilize the toss to favour India, And even Australia caught our team offguard by attacking from the very first ball and went beserk posting 359/3 which at that time was no less than 400 and the highest total posted in a WC final. And in case of India no one except Sehwag fought hard and became sitting ducks for McGrath and Brett Lee and the Aussies sucessfully choked us and won the World Cup, They used a similiar gameplan to win the 2023 World Cup.

[@sidsaxena7835]

....and then comes Ipl😅 a circus

[@mate919]

Curtly Ambrose was a great fast bowler till the time he met the great Glenn McGrath.

[@siddhant1912]

I like the way you make your videos. Very insightful. Horrible voice over though. Its like you're putting fullstops after every. Single. Word. Better punctuation will take your videos to the next level.

[@Samsung-zg9ql]

Making stories out of every little trivial things🤣🤣

[@cool-aquarian]

16 mins is too long to talk about 15 balls 😂😂😂

[@doonecho]

Twist in the tale - he was under bookies control for the act

[@tejaspoojari1436]

Jldii bolo panvel nikalna hai

[@1972dsrai]

If it was a Pakistani bowler we’d all be wondering how much they were getting paid for all those no balls.

[@vamankulkarni2652]

0:41 : The bowler is not Mohammed Amir, it was Pakistani bowler Mohammad Sami who bowled the over against Bangladesh. Are you new to cricket ??

[@tanme6162]

He did say Mohammad sami

[@archishmanroy2874]

If you dont understand English well then please use the provided caption rather than calling out a mistake which didnt even happen

[@swapnaneelbasuroy8570]

Telling "are you new to cricket" to a legendary cricket channel, that too a wrong call out😂 Congo brother, instead of looking cool, you became fool