The opening day of The Hundred tournament in England took an unexpected turn with a bizarre interview that left the cricket world aghast.
Former Love Island contestant, Chris Hughes, surprisingly chosen to conduct sideline interviews during the women's tournament, faced criticism for his interaction with Australian cricketer Maitlan Brown.
During the cringe-worthy chat, Hughes started with plenty of positivity but got sidetracked when Brown mentioned her team, the Southern Brave, and their recent bonding activity. Brown shared, "We watched Barbie the other night altogether, and it was really good team bonding, and the group is gelling really well together."
She emphasized the significance of group cohesion in tournaments like The Hundred. However, Hughes responded with an awkward remark, stating, "You're a little Barbie yourself innit with your blue eyes," leading to an uncomfortable laugh from Brown.
"She's blushing now," Hughes added, invoking memories of the infamous Chris Gayle "don't blush, baby" moment during the Big Bash League in 2016.
The interview has stirred reactions from cricket enthusiasts, leaving them in disbelief over the unexpected and cringe-worthy exchange.
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