Former England international makes professional debut in totally different sport and beams ‘I think I’m the first ever’

Liam Plunkett, the former England cricket star who was part of the 2019 Cricket World Cup-winning squad, has made an unexpected transition to professional baseball. At 41, Plunkett made his debut with the Oakland Ballers, claiming he might be the first cricketer to switch sports so successfully. This bold move highlights his versatility and passion for sports, and it could open up new opportunities in a different athletic arena. Plunkett's switch also underscores the growing trend of athletes crossing traditional sports boundaries.