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The Sydney Sixers emerged victorious against the Sydney Thunder in the 34th match of the Big Bash League (BBL) 2023-24 in an exciting encounter at the iconic Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG). The match, which took place on January 12, witnessed an intense battle between bat and ball, 😼ultimately culminating in a 19-run win for the Sixers.
The hero of the match was Steve O’Keefe who stole the limelight with his exceptional bowling, overshadowing David Warner‘s efforts with the bat.
Josh Philippe’s resilient efforts for the Sydney Sixers
Opting to bat after winning the toss, the Sydney Sixers posted a competitive total of 151-7 in their 20 overs. Josh Philippe was the top-scorer for the Sixers with a well-played 47 off 35 🐎balls, while Jordan Silk contributed a crucial 35 runs from 29 deliveries. However, wick🉐ets kept falling at regular intervals, putting the Sixers under pressure throughout their innings.
Nathan McAndrew and Tanveer Sangha excelled as the standout bowlers for the Sixers, each claiming two wickets. Their skilful performance not only showcased their wicket-taking ability but also effectively restrained the opposition’s run flow.
Sydney Thunder’s lacklustre response and Warner’s fight
Chasing a target of 152, the Sydney Thunder got off to a strong start with Warner (37) and Alex Hales (28) at ꦍthe crease. However, the departure of these two key players triggered a collapse, as wickets fell rapidly.
Steve O’Keefe shines with the ball
The chief architect of Sydney Thunder’s downfall was none other than Steve, who bowled a mesmerizing spell, claiming three crucial wickets while conceding just 13 runs. Hayden Kerr and Sean Abbott also played pivotal roles, securing two wickets each to dismantle Thunder’s batting lineup.
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Player of the Match
Steve’s outstanding bowling performance did not go unnoticed, and he was rightfully adjudged the Player of the Match. His ability to break partnerships and apply consistent pressure on the opposition batters played a pivotal role in the Sixers’ triumph. With this win, the Sixers also confirmed their spot in the final of the 13th edition of the BBL.
Here’s how Twitter reacted:
Sydney Sixers got the better of Sydney Thunder 👊
Scorecard:— betvisa69.com (@CricketTimesHQ)
The Sixers too strong at the SCG 🏏
— Sydney Thunder (@ThunderBBL)
Brilliant bowling from Steve O'Keefe against Thunder 👏Just phenomenal!
— Dialectical Guy (@dialecticalguy)
David Warner can hit it anywhere! 😎
— KFC Big Bash League (@BBL)
Apart from David 🎃Warner entry, He disappointed Thunder and himself with his batting
❀He scored 37 runs of 39 ball.Disappointing batting from W♉arner. Not a great return in Bigbash
— Sujeet Suman (@sujeetsuman1991)
The are locked for the finals! 🔒
— KFC Big Bash League (@BBL)
David Warner retu𒅌rns home after 37(39) chasing 152, lost and his team goꦡt eliminated..
— ɯlse (@pitchinginline)
Looks like 💟warner has still not given up on tests. Played 37(𝓀39) today
— Tejash (@Tejashcricfan)
David Warner may well be a pretty decent crick🐎eter. But the guy’s ego is bigger than the SCG
— NeilWard (@ScotsbhoyWard)
This cutest kid in🌼 the Ladies goes to Moises, ‘if i’m here when you retire, can I please have your shirt?’ 🤣🤣
— Lisa Potts (@leaseM_87)
Gr✤eat to🎉 see so many fans flock to the Sydney Smash.
— Andrew Lucas (@LucasLowdown9)
