Match 11, Sydney, December 26, 2024, 12:35 PM
Melbourne Stars
194/9(20.0ov)
Sydney Sixers
198/2(18.1ov)
Sydney Sixers beat Melbourne Stars by 8 wickets
SIX 100%
Tie 0%
STA 0%
Right then, that is it from the run fest. The Sydney Sixers have secured a stylish victory. The Big Bash League continues as we shift our focus to the ongoing game between the Perth Scorchers and the Brisbane Heat. The Brisbane Heat has chosen to field after winning the toss. Do switch tabs and enjoy the coverage of that game. Cheers!
James Vince is the Player of the Match for his incredible century. He says that he is glad to get into triple figures. Adds that the first few balls were a bit difficult but it got better as the innings progressed. Ends by saying that the conditions were good and they knew they could chase this down.
Earlier in the game, the Melbourne Stars scored 194 runs for 9 wickets after being asked to bat first, led by Ben Duckett’s explosive 68 off 29 balls. Despite a strong start with 57 runs in the powerplay, the Stars lost wickets in the middle overs. The Sydney Sixers pulled things back with disciplined bowling in the second half, with Jackson Bird taking 3 wickets, whilst Ben Dwarshuis and Todd Murphy chipped in with two each.
The Melbourne Stars' bowlers, unfortunately, had a night to forget. Despite their batters posting a high total, the bowlers failed to defend it, with every member of the attack being taken to task. Tom and Usama were the only bowlers to claim a wicket each, but it was a case of too little, too late. In the end, the Sydney Sixers made it look almost too easy, leaving the Melbourne Stars wondering what hit them!
What a masterclass from the Sydney Sixers as they chased down an above par total with ease, winning by 8 wickets! Right from the get go, the Sixers came out swinging, with their openers leading the charge. But all eyes were on James Vince, who delivered a sensational century, showcasing his class. He was ably supported by Josh Philippe, who added a solid 42. Jordan Silk also stepped up towards the end, ensuring the chase was never in doubt.
In over# 19
4
Doug Warren 24/0(2.1)
18.1
4
FOUR! Jordan Silk finishes off in style! Quicker one, on middle and leg, Jordan Silk gets low and slogs it through mid-wicket for a boundary. Sydney Sixers beat Melbourne Stars by 8 wickets!
In over# 18
1
6
1
3
0
2
Marcus Stoinis 38/0(4)
17.6
1
On a length, on off, Jordan Silk turns it to square leg for one. Scores are level now.
17.5
6
SIX! Excellent from Jordan Silk! A half tracker from Marcus Stoinis, Jordan Silk winds up and clatters it all the way over deep mid-wicket for a biggie.
17.4
1
Fuller again, on off, James Vince taps it to covers for one.
17.3
3
Fuller one, on off, Jordan Silk lofts it over mid off for three runs. Just 9 needed now!
17.2
.
Bowls it on off, Jordan Silk taps it to the cover fielder.
17.1
2
Lands it on off, Jordan Silk tucks it through mid-wicket for a brace.
In over# 17
1
1
2
4
4
0
Usama Mir 43/1(4)
16.6
1
Fuller one, on off, Jordan Silk flicks it to square leg for one.
16.5
1
Triple figures for James Vince! He has been incredible! Fuller one, on off, James Vince knocks it to long on for a single. A well deserved century for James Vince!
16.4
2
Bowls it on off, James Vince taps it through mid-wicket off for a brace. He moves to 99 now!
16.3
4
FOUR MORE! This is some batting! Short and wide, James Vince hangs back and punches it elegantly through covers for another boundary.