Australian cricket player Mitchell Owen's record-equalling century off just 39 balls propelled the Hobart Hurricanes to their first Big Bash League title over David Warner's Sydney Thunder. Owen's incredible display of power hitting, with 11 sixes and 108 runs off 42 balls, secured an emphatic seven-wicket victory for the Hurricanes with 35 balls to spare. As the man of the match, Owen is expected to attract offers to play in overseas T20 leagues after his amazing performance, which had the Hobart crowd chanting his name with every big shot. The Hurricanes, who had a rough start to the BBL season, finished as champions after chasing their target of 182 with ease and overs to spare.
The Hobart Hurricanes have finally claimed their long-awaited victory in the Big Bash League after defeating Sydney Thunder in a thrilling final at Bellerive Oval. The star of the show was none other than Mitchell Owen, who smashed 108 runs in just 42 deliveries, leading his team to a comfortable 7-wicket win. Owen's explosive display of batting overshadowed his partner's contribution and made the traditionally tense final chase look like a walk in the park for the Hurricanes. This victory was the perfect culmination of a dominant campaign for the Hurricanes, who had been the team to beat throughout the league stage.
In a historic moment for the Big Bash League, the Hobart Hurricanes emerged victorious as they won their first BBL title by defeating the Sydney Thunder in a thrilling final. The star of the match was young Australian batsman Mitchell Owen, who scored a record-breaking century in just 39 deliveries. With this century, Owen not only became the player of the match but also the leading run scorer in the tournament. This was a crucial win for the Hurricanes, who had faced heartbreak in the tournament before, and they owe it all to Owen's destructive batting at the top.
The 2025 Big Bash League Final is set to take place between the Hobart Hurricanes and the Sydney Thunder. Both teams are determined to secure a victory and be crowned as the champions. Led by Nathan Ellis, the Hurricanes have a strong record with four wins and only one loss in their previous five games. Meanwhile, the Sydney Thunder, led by David Warner, have also been performing well with three wins, one loss, and a 'no-result' in their last five matches. This final match is sure to be an exciting and competitive clash between these two talented teams.
Jacob Bethell, from the Melbourne Renegades, scored his first ever T20 fifty during the match against Hobart Hurricanes at Bellerive Oval. Despite losing three early wickets, Bethell's steady partnership with Tim Sifert and skipper Will Sutherland helped their team recover and put up a competitive total. This was a promising performance by the youngster and fans will be eagerly waiting to see more of him in the future.
Amidst 19-year-old Sam Konstas being called up to the Australia Test squad for the last two matches against India, former cricketer Merv Hughes believes it is a 'panic' move from the hosts. While Konstas had impressed with twin centuries in the Sheffield Shield, Hughes argues that it is a hasty decision and Australia should remain calm considering their recent success. Konstas will join the team after playing for the Sydney Thunder in the BBL on Sunday.
Australia have made a surprising change to their 15-man test squad for the third Test against India, replacing opener Nathan McSweeney with 19-year-old Sam Konstas. Despite only scoring 72 runs in his three-test debut, McSweeney was praised for his strong batting technique against a tough Indian bowling attack. Konstas, who has been impressive in domestic cricket and was the youngest player to score a half-century on his BBL debut, will provide a much-needed new option for Australia's struggling batting lineup. National selection panel chairman George Bailey cited Konstas's ability to take on India's fast bowlers, as well as McSweeney's low strike rate, as reasons for the surprising change.
Bartlett's successful performance in the KFC BBL leads to a dream international debut for the Australian cricket team. He impresses with his bowling skills, narrowly missing the national selector's record for best ODI debut for Australia. Despite the surprise of his selection, Bartlett maintains a humble attitude and looks forward to learning from his more experienced teammates.
Tuesday's BBL match between Perth Scorchers and Sydney Sixers will determine who faces Brisbane Heat in the 1st Qualifier and who faces Adelaide Strikers in the Eliminator. Perth Scorchers are hoping to continue their recent batting success at Perth Stadium, while Sydney Sixers will be looking for another win to secure a spot in the 1st Qualifier. Don't miss out on pre-sale access and 10% off home finals tickets, sign up as a new Perth Scorchers Member now.
In a clash of the bottom two teams, Melbourne Stars will take on Hobart Hurricanes in the 38th match of BBL 2023/24. After disappointing performances, both teams are playing for pride in their last match. The match will be live streamed on Star Sports Network, Disney+Hotstar, and Fancode and fans can bid on match worn BBL|13 Indigenous Playing Tops before the auction ends in 3 days. Melbourne Cricket Ground will be the venue for this must-watch BBL finale.