West Indies all-rounder Carlos Brathwaite has made headlines after a viral video showed him smashing his helmet out of the park during the Cayman Islands T10 League. The incident took place during Qualifier 1 between Brathwaite’s team, the New York Strikers, and the Grand Cayman Jaguars at the Max60 Caribbean 2024.
Brathwaite, known for his explosive batting, was left furious after a controversial umpiring decision during his innings. Facing a short ball from Jaguars’ Joshua Little, Brathwaite was given out caught behind. However, replays revealed that the ball had struck his shoulder rather than his bat, leading to what Brathwaite believed was an incorrect dismissal.
In a dramatic response, Brathwaite walked off the field visibly frustrated. Moments later, he took off his helmet and, with a powerful swing of his bat, launched it beyond the boundary and out of the ground. His display of frustration continued as he threw his bat upon entering the New York Strikers’ dugout.
Despite the controversy, the New York Strikers managed to secure a narrow 8-run victory, booking their place in the Cayman Islands T10 League final. Brathwaite’s dismissal, which occurred just after he had hit a six, was a pivotal moment in the match.
The incident has sparked widespread discussion on social media, with fans and cricket experts debating the umpire’s decision and Brathwaite’s passionate reaction.
