Hugh Jackman is known around the world as the actor who plays Wolverine in the X-Men films. In addition to that, he has given some of the most intense performances throughout his career, showcasing his versatility as an actor. However, he also has other passions and interests that he excels at.
His commitment and dedication in whatever he does is inspiring, and it isn’t just limited to acting. Jackman was a highly athletic sportsman in his youth and played various games. He got to show off his amazing cricket batting skills one time at Melbourne, which left a cricket legend like Shane Warne stunned.
Hugh Jackman Handles Shane Warne’s Bowling Like a Pro
Hugh Jackman is a highly competitive performer who works hard and is committed to bringing out what is required of him. Audiences have seen the actor go to the extreme and push his body to play Wolverine over the years. In addition to acting, Jackman is an avid lover of sports, and the actor once showed off his impressive cricket skills.
In 2010, Jackman was at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, where he was challenged to make 21 runs over 6 bowls. The actor was to face against Cricket legend Shane Warne’s bowling. In addition to accepting the challenge, the actor stunned Warne with his incredible batting skills, hitting two 4s and an amazing sixer at the end of the over (via YouTube).
Jackman managed to make 20 runs in an over, and Warne showed his respect to the actor’s unexpected skills in the game. Throughout the game, Jackman handled the bowler’s leg spin bowling style like a pro and impressed everyone on the pitch. Fans of the actor must have also been impressed seeing this side of the actor.
Fans Vote Hugh Jackman’s Wolverine as Their Most Anticipated Hero of 2024
Hugh Jackman is returning as Wolverine in 2024’s Deadpool 3 alongside Ryan Reynolds. Fans have been over the moon since they heard the announcement, and the hype around the project has been sky-high. Fandango did a poll of people’s most anticipated heroes in 2024, and not surprisingly, Jackman’s Wolverine topped the list (via Deadline).
His co-star Reynolds followed in second place, and the film itself topped audiences’ most anticipated film of 2024. Needless to say, the hype and expectations for the film are on another level. The film, directed by Shawn Levy, recently resumed production after it was halted for some months due to the Hollywood strikes
The film is the MCU’s only theatrical release of 2024, and therefore, the makers are planning to make it a grand extravaganza. The film also stars Morena Baccarin, Brianna Hildebrand, Emma Corrin and and is also expected to feature prominent X-Men cameos. The film will hit theatres on July 26, 2024.
