In a thrilling display of power hitting during the SA20 2025 match on Tuesday (January 14), Heinrich Klaasen of the Durban Super Giants (DSG) sent shockwaves through Kingsmead, Durban, with a colossal six that landed onto the street outside the stadium.
The moment not only showcased Klaasen’s immense talent but also provided an unforgettable experience for a nearby fan, who managed to escape with the match ball.
A spectacular six by Heinrich Klaasen
Klaasen’s explosive shot came in 10th over of the DSG innings as Klaasen was building momentum in the match against Joburg Super Kings (JSK). Swivelling on his back foot off Tabraiz Shamsi’s delivery, Klaasen executed a perfectly timed pull shot that soared over the square leg boundary, reaching an impressive distance of 87 meters. The ball’s trajectory was so powerful that it cleared the stadium and landed on a nearby street, leaving spectators in awe.
As the ball rolled to a stop, a quick-thinking fan dashed to grab it, running away with what could be considered a prized possession for any cricket enthusiast. Videos of the incident quickly circulated on social media, capturing both Klaasen’s remarkable hit and the fan’s triumphant escape.
Relive the moment here:
— rohitkohlirocks@123@ (@21OneTwo34) January 14, 2025
Kingsmead is not big enough for Heinrich Klaasen 🚀 #BetwaySA20 #DSGvJSK #WelcomeToIncredible pic.twitter.com/p0T0gq0N9w
— Betway SA20 (@SA20_League) January 14, 2025
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Match Context
Despite Klaasen’s efforts, which included scoring 29 runs off 17 balls, the Super Giants ultimately fell short in their chase against the Super Kings. The Super Giants managed to score only 141 runs, losing by 28 runs after being set a target of 170.
Brief scores: Joburg Super Kings 169-7 in 20 overs (Leus du Plooy 38, Donovan Ferreira 26; Prenelan Subrayen 2/24, Keshav Maharaj 2/28) beat Durban Super Giants 141 in 18 overs (Quinton de Kock 55; Donovan Ferreira 2/15, Tabraiz Shamsi 2-18) by 28 runs.
Joburg Super Kings register their second victory in two games
Scorecard: https://t.co/A9QECUAj87#SA20 #DSGvJSK #T20 #cricket pic.twitter.com/fxGVZ5H0Hy
— CricketTimes.com (@CricketTimesHQ) January 15, 2025
As the tournament progresses, Klaasen’s explosive batting continues to be a highlight for the Super Giants, promising more thrilling performances in future matches. With each game, he solidifies his reputation as one of T20 cricket’s most exciting players.
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