Superstar Fumes as Smith’s Genius Move Makes BBL History
In a thrilling showdown during the Sydney Smash, Steve Smith etched his name in BBL history with a record-breaking century. His outstanding performance propelled the Sydney Sixers to victory over the Sydney Thunder at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG).
Record-Breaking Performance
Steve Smith scored a sensational 100 runs off just 42 balls. His innings included five fours and an astonishing nine sixes. Smith’s explosive batting led to the Sixers chasing down the Thunder’s total of 189, finishing their innings at 191 for 5 in just 17.2 overs.
Historic Over
In a remarkable display of power hitting, Smith smashed four consecutive sixes in the 12th over, setting a new record for the most runs in a single over in BBL history with 32 runs off Ryan Hadley.
- Runs scored: 100 runs
- Balls faced: 42
- Record for most runs in an over: 32
- Sixes hit: 9
- Fours hit: 5
David Warner’s Masterclass
On the opposing side, David Warner showcased his batting prowess, also scoring a century. Warner’s 110 not out came off just 65 balls, featuring eleven fours and three sixes. This marked Warner’s second century of the season.
Warner’s performance was lauded by analysts, with Brad Haddin describing it as an “absolute masterclass.” He became only the fourth player in history to surpass 14,000 runs in T20 cricket.
Key Players’ Contributions
| Player | Team | Runs | Balls | Fours | Sixes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steve Smith | Sydney Sixers | 100 | 42 | 5 | 9 |
| David Warner | Sydney Thunder | 110* | 65 | 11 | 3 |
| Babar Azam | Sydney Thunder | 47 | 39 | 7 | 0 |
Babar Azam also contributed to the Thunder’s total with a score of 47 off 39 balls, but he expressed frustration after being bowled by Nathan McAndrew.
Conclusion
This match not only highlighted the brilliance of Smith and Warner but also showcased the high-stakes excitement of the BBL. Fans can look forward to more exhilarating performances as the tournament progresses.
