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john | 12:15 Thu 18th Oct 2001 | Phrases & Sayings
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What is the origin of Hat Trick?
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I'm pretty sure the phrase dates back to the earliest days of cricket. In those days, players wore a top hat, and a bowler who achieved the 'trick' of three wickets with three consecutive balls was awarded a new hat as a trophy.
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