Australia’s cricket star Matthew Hayden’s daughter expressed gratitude towards England’s hero, Joe Root, for preventing her father from fulfilling a wager to strip naked. Root achieved his first century in Australia at the Gabba, marking 12 years since his initial Ashes tour. The former England captain’s remarkable 135 not out innings spared Hayden from the embarrassing bet he made, promising to roam the MCG in the nude if Root failed to score a century during this tour.
Grace Hayden, a commentator, publicly thanked Root on Instagram, symbolizing relief with a gesture before exclaiming, “Thank God.” She captioned the video with appreciation towards Root for saving them from an awkward situation. Hayden himself acknowledged the potential trouble he narrowly avoided with his wife and daughter, crediting Root for his crucial century.
In a message to Root, Hayden admitted feeling anxious but congratulated him on achieving the milestone, emphasizing the personal stake he had in the bet. He expressed relief that his family did not have to witness the outcome, highlighting his nervous anticipation leading up to Root’s innings.
Former England captain Alastair Cook praised Root’s exceptional performance, recognizing him as a remarkable player who excels under pressure. Cook hailed Root as England’s finest batsman ever, noting his continuous improvement and composure in crucial moments.