Rahkeem Cornwall, often referred to as the ‘fattest’ player in professional cricket, is a man who commands the attention of the fans whenever he takes to the field. The Caribbean all-rounder, who plays for Barbados Royals in the 2023 Caribbean Premier League (CPL), found himself completely off the mark as he looked to take a risky single off the first ball of the innings. Chasing a target of over 200 runs, Cornwall knew his team had to make quick runs, but the big man was not quick between the shots at the very start of the chase. Scroll down to read Video Of Rahkeem Cornwall’s Run-Out Goes Viral.
Video Of Rahkeem Cornwall’s Run-Out Goes Viral
Cornwall, an all-rounder for the West Indies national cricket team, frequently sparks debate among fans because of his size. Rahkeem received sound advice from several pundits, past players, and cricket professionals who encouraged him to better control his weight. Nevertheless, despite assertions that he is eating well, the all-rounder appears to be having difficulties in this area of his game.
He stated in a conversation with ESPNCricinfo. I’m unable to alter my body type. I can’t say that I’m overly large or tall. Not everyone will be slim, nor will everyone be short. All I can do is drag myself outside. back. and I’ll display my abilities. I am a wonderful person, without a doubt. But I also need to work. I wasn’t stale and unmotivated. I put a lot of effort into staying fit. Try to eat healthily.”
Tonight's @BetBarteronline magic moment is the run out of Rahkeem Cornwall that set the Saint Lucia Kings off on a fantastic PowerPlay! #CPL23 #SLKvBR #CricketPlayedLouder #BiggestPartyInSport #BetBarter pic.twitter.com/HgDtLWTjmK
— CPL T20 (@CPL) August 18, 2023
In the match between Sr. Lucia Kings and Barbados Royals, the Cornwall team managed to score only 147 runs in their chase of 202 runs. Cornwall, who produced wonderful spells for the West Indies in Test cricket, did not play in the game and his contribution with the bat was also negligible.
About Rahkeem Cornwall
Cornwall is a right-handed bowler who played for the Leeward Islands cricket team and the Antigua Hawksbills in the Caribbean Premier League. In August 2019, he was named the Championship Player of the Year by Cricket West Indies. Later that month, he made his international debut for the West Indies cricket team. He also held the record for the heaviest cricketer to play Test cricket at over 140 kg (22 stone). For the Leeward Islands, he is the second-highest run-scorer in both first-class and List-A cricket. While only Kieran Powell has scored more than four List-A hundreds for the side.
