In the explosive world of T20 cricket, where boundaries are a common sight, New Zealand’s pace sensation Lockie Ferguson delivered a masterclass that left the cricketing world in awe. During the 2024 T20 World Cup clash against Papua New Guinea, Ferguson achieved the unthinkable: a bowling figure of 4-4-0-3. Yes, 4 overs, 4 maidens, and 3 wickets without conceding a single run.

This feat is widely regarded as a record that can never be broken. Mathematically, a bowler in a T20 match can only bowl a maximum of 4 overs. Since Ferguson conceded zero runs, his economy rate stands at a flawless $0.00$. To beat this, a bowler would need more than 4 overs or give away negative runs, both of which are impossible under current ICC rules. While Canada’s Saad Bin Zafar had previously achieved 4 maidens in a T20I, Ferguson became the first ever to do so in a World Cup—the pinnacle of the sport.

Ferguson started his spell with a wicket on the very first ball and followed it up with 24 consecutive dot balls. His lethal combination of raw pace and pinpoint accuracy made it impossible for the PNG batters to get even a single run off his bowling. As the game evolves into a more batter-friendly format, Ferguson’s “Perfect Spell” remains a distant dream for every other bowler. For DailyHunt readers, this isn’t just a statistic; it’s a legendary performance that showcases the ultimate dominance of a bowler over 22 yards.