Most economical spell in ODI history was bowled on this day
West Indies pacer Phil Simmons bowled One Day International cricket's most economical spell for a completed ten-over spell on December 17, 1992 against Pakistan in Sydney. Simmons  bowled eight maidens and gave away just three runs at an economy of 0.30. Simmons, who also picked four Pakistani wickets, ended the match with figures of 10-8-3-4, helping his team win.