Despite top-tier fitness, cricketers grapple with cramps, as seen in pivotal matches during the World Cup 2023. Players like Glenn Maxwell, Daryl Mitchell and Virat Kohli battled cramps during high-stakes games. Dehydration, muscle fatigue, and tropical conditions play a role in increasing risk of such cramps. Hydration, nutrition, rest, and proactive medical support can help in getting over these unexpected challenges.