Real Madrid and England football star Jude Bellingham tested his cricket skills against Pakistan spinner Usman Tariq during a light-hearted session at Edgbaston.
Bellingham picked up a bat and faced several deliveries from the Pakistani mystery spinner. Tariq challenged the midfielder with his unusual bowling action as spectators watched the crossover between football and cricket.
The interaction took place during Birmingham Phoenix’s match against Welsh Fire in The Hundred on Saturday, August 1. Usman Tariq represents Birmingham Phoenix in the tournament.
A video of the session showed Bellingham attempting different shots against Tariq. The pair later shared a hug after completing the brief cricket challenge.
The clip quickly attracted attention on social media. Cricket and football fans praised the friendly interaction between the Real Madrid midfielder and the Pakistan spinner.
The meeting came days after Bellingham reacted to a Birmingham Phoenix training video featuring Tariq. The England footballer had posted “nice” under the clip of the Pakistani spinner bowling in the nets.
Bellingham’s appearance at The Hundred brought together two of the world’s most popular sports and produced a memorable moment for fans of both athletes.
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