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From a 2019 World Cup triumph to striking out a hitter in the Pioneer League, Liam Plunkett is bridging cricket and baseball as the sport seeks a foothold in America before the 2028 Olympics.
The ex‑England fast bowler turned designated hitter made a splash in June, striking out a Yuba‑Sutter batter and sparking a wider conversation about cricket’s expanding reach in North America.
After a celebrated cricket career, Liam Plunkett struck out a batter on his baseball debut for the Oakland Ballers, marking the first time an English World Cup winner has played professional baseball.
Veteran cricketer Liam Plunkett, 41, made his professional baseball debut with the Oakland Ballers, recording a strikeout in an 18-11 loss. The appearance was part of a marketing exception and does not signal a career shift.