Reality and comedy shows have become a staple of entertainment worldwide, often incorporating unique and unconventional elements to captivate viewers. Over time, these shows have evolved, expanding their reach across various social media platforms. Unsurprisingly, even cricket stars have found themselves participating in such shows, engaging in quizzes and other light-hearted activities that allow fans to see a different side of their favourite players.
Recently, the Australian cricket team took this trend to a new level, featuring on the popular Australian show ‘Fletch and Hindy.’ The premise of the show was simple yet intriguing: cricketers were subjected to a lie detector test, with a twist. The rules were straightforward—answer truthfully, and a blue-coloured buzzer would blink to confirm honesty. However, a false or deceptive response would trigger a mild electric shock, adding an element of surprise and hilarity to the proceedings.
Prominent Australian cricketers like Pat Cummins, Travis Head, Marnus Labuschagne, Usman Khawaja, and Mitchell Marsh found themselves in the hot seat, facing a barrage of questions designed to uncover hidden truths and stir up controversy. The hosts, Fletch and Hindy, ensured that the questions were not only probing but also humorous, making the lie-detecting process all the more entertaining.
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The show kicked off with Travis Head, Australia’s ODI World Cup hero. The hosts wasted no time in getting to the juicy details, focusing on how Head celebrated Australia’s World Cup victory over India. Fletch humorously grilled him with a series of escalating questions about his post-win partying habits.
When asked if he consumed more than five, ten, or even 25 beers after the victory, Head found himself under pressure. Before he could respond with a definitive “no,” Fletch cheekily pressed the button, sending an electric shock through Head, much to the amusement of everyone present.
Usman Khawaja, who typically opens the innings for Australia, chose a more cautious approach during the lie detector test. When asked what he thought was wrong with his teammate Marnus Labuschagne, Khawaja quipped that Labuschagne might have been “dropped on his head a few too many times as a kid.” This witty response spared him from the shock, but the humour didn’t stop there.
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The hosts then asked Khawaja about the team dynamic and whether it had improved since David Warner’s departure. His less-than-favourable response resulted in a sudden jolt of electricity, leaving Khawaja bewildered and exclaiming, “Did someone just smack me in the back of the head?” Pat Cummins, Australia’s captain, also found himself on the receiving end of the show’s antics. He was initially asked to confirm basic details, such as his name, before the conversation took a more intriguing turn.
The hosts inquired about his thoughts on ‘Bazball,’ a term often associated with aggressive cricket tactics. Without hesitation, Cummins agreed with the hosts’ unflattering description of ‘Bazball,’ humorously calling it “bulls**t.” Meanwhile, Josh Hazlewood faced lighter questioning, primarily about his full name and middle name.
Marnus Labuschagne’s turn on the lie detector revealed some interesting details. When asked about the correct pronunciation of his surname, Labuschagne clarified that the ‘ch’ sound in his name should not be pronounced as ‘sh,’ debunking a common mistake made by cricket commentators.
Additionally, the show unearthed some amusing anecdotes about Glenn Maxwell, another Australian cricket star. Labuschagne confirmed the infamous golf cart incident involving Maxwell but still found himself receiving an electric shock for his troubles. Mitchell Marsh, too, shared a humorous tidbit about Maxwell’s trip to Turkey for dental treatment, revealing that Maxwell had returned with a brand-new set of teeth.
The episode was a lighthearted departure from the usual cricketing focus, offering fans a glimpse into the personalities and camaraderie of the Australian cricket team. The combination of humor, surprise, and candid revelations made for an entertaining and memorable show.
