Nic Maddinson’s return to Test cricket after nearly a decade got off to a disastrous start as the Australia opener endured a 33-ball duck against South Africa in the first Test at Kingsmead, Durban, on Friday.
Nic Maddinson registered a 33-ball duck for Australia against South Africa in the first Test at Kingsmead, Durban. The dismissal marked the longest duck by a Test opener in the 21st century and the third-longest overall in Test history. Maddinson's return to the national side after nearly a decade came after captain Pat Cummins chose to bat first on opening day.
Maddinson was drafted into the squad to replace the injured Cameron Green following his recovery from testicular cancer. His recall faced criticism beforehand, notably from former opener Matthew Hayden, who publicly criticized selectors George Bailey and Tony Dodemaide over Maddinson's selection and modest first-class record.
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