WATCH: George Garton takes a blinder to dismiss Moises Henriques in BBL Challenger game |14
A challenger match with an amazing fight Big Bash League (BBL) | 14, Sydney Thunder defeated Sydney Sixers At the iconic Sydney Cricket Ground. The fans especially on the field George Garton The Sixers’ franchise was surprisingly star-studded Moise Henriques And crucial wickets that helped Thunder to a 4-wicket victory.
George Garton’s screamer shattered the hopes of the Sydney Sixers
The 13th over of the Sixers’ innings saw a spectacular fielding display by Garton, which left the crowd in awe. Tom Andrews Bowed to Henriques, Henriques tried to use his delivery to backstab and sent the ball high and to the left of the cover. He was traveling fast, and seemed to be landing for a boundary. But Garton dived with both hands and threw himself to the left, but miraculously managed to catch one hand. The stunning flurry not only ended Henriques’ knock of 29 runs (off 30 balls) but also dealt a major blow to the Sixers’ chase.
Here is the video:
🚨 George Garton scream 🚨
That’s another wrong move! #BBL14 pic.twitter.com/CQ3Dwkya0Q
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Andrews was the key man with the ball, claiming two crucial wickets at the same time. After dismissing Henriques, Andrews hit again to eliminate him Lachlan Shaw For the duck. The delivery was slow and wide, prompting Shaw to lean forward to drive. However, he easily caught up with the captain of the Thunder by misusing the shot David Warner On the cover. Warner did no wrong, and Shaw was sent packing for a golden duck. The Sixers were now in dire straits, two quick wickets fell, leaving them with a lot to do.
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Garton shines again with an important wicket.
Impressed by the home side, Garton managed to take the ball in the 19th minute to take another important wicket. This time, it was Ben Dwarshus Falling so beautifully Hugh Weibgen. Garton used a change of pace to fool Dwarschus with a slower ball. The ball was pushed out of Dwarshus’ striking range, and he reached out to swipe, but missed the shot and sent it into the air. Weibgen, standing at deep mid-wicket, sprinted forward, dived and grabbed the catch with both hands. It was a great field, and Garton claimed his first wicket of the night, sending Dwarshus back for 30 runs (from 20 balls).
This ball is so high, but somehow Hugh Weibgen catches it! @BKTires #Golden moment #BBL14 pic.twitter.com/IhWecoE2da
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Sam Billings’ match-winning knock steers Sydney Thunder into the finals.
Despite the early breakthroughs, the Sixers still had hope as they posted tournament totals. However, the thunder chase was steady and assured. Sam Billings Giving the much needed motivation. Billings played the match-winning knock, showing great composure under pressure and ensuring the Thunder stayed on course for victory. His brilliant innings earned him the player of the match award, and his contribution was instrumental in Thunder’s successful chase. With this impressive win, Thunder secured their place in the finals of BBL|14. Hobart Hurricanes Monday January 27 at Bellerive Oval in Hobart.