Daniel Vettori – New Zealand (vs England at Manchester on 24th May 2008)
Former New Zealand bowling allrounder Daniel Vettori was once involved in the laziest run-out. It was the 2nd Test match of 3-Test match series between England vs New Zealand at Manchester in 2008. On day 2 of the match, Daniel Vettori gifted his wicket. Vettori was facing English bowler Stuart Broad when New Zealand was at 249/5.
Vettori played that ball towards the square-leg fielder and ran for 2 runs. He was quick enough to reach the crease but he didn’t ground his bat while English wicket-keeper hit the stumps. As a result, Vettori was dismissed at just 1 run and New Zealand was at 250/6.