Sydney Sixers clashed with Melbourne Stars in the 11th match of the BBL 2024-25 season at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) on Thursday. With the Sixers winning the toss and opting to bowl, fans were treated to a thrilling display of T20 cricket.
Melbourne Stars put up a big total on the scorecard
The Stars took to the crease first, aiming to set a challenging target. They managed to post a formidable total of 194 runs for 9 wickets in their 20 overs. Leading the charge was Ben Duckett, whose explosive innings of 68 runs off just 29 balls included 10 fours and 2 sixes. His aggressive approach set a strong foundation, but the Stars needed more support. Glenn Maxwell provided a quick-fire 32 runs from 17 deliveries, showcasing his trademark power hitting. However, the Sixers’ bowlers proved to be a thorn in the Stars’ side, with Jackson Bird leading the attack with impressive figures of 3 for 35. Both Todd Murphy and Ben Dwarshuis also made significant contributions, taking 2 wickets each and restricting the Stars’ scoring potential.
James Vince’s masterclass with the willow gets Sydney Sixers through
Chasing down a target of 195 runs, the Sydney Sixers displayed remarkable composure and skill. They raced to 198 runs for just 2 wickets in 18.1 overs, completing the chase with relative ease. The star of the show was undoubtedly James Vince, who delivered a masterclass with his unbeaten century of 101 runs off 58 balls, peppered with 12 fours and 4 sixes. His innings not only anchored the chase but also showcased his ability to accelerate when needed. Alongside him, Josh Philippe added a brisk 42 off 23 balls, while Jordan Silk chipped in with a quick-fire 34 off 19 deliveries, ensuring that the Sixers remained well ahead of the required run rate.
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The match concluded with a convincing victory for Sydney Sixers, defeating Melbourne Stars by 8 wickets with 11 balls to spare. This performance underscored their dominance in this season’s BBL. For his exceptional batting display, Vince was named Player of the Match, solidifying his reputation as one of the tournament’s standout players.
Here’s how fans on X reacted:
That’s a first Big Bash century for James Vince!
Man loves to score 💯 in BBL #INDvsAUS #AUSvsIND #AUSvINDIA #SAvPAK #SAvsPAK pic.twitter.com/LCE6kXm093— Olivia Asha (@AshaOliviaUSA) December 26, 2024
It’s been a long time coming for James Vince. So glad I was there for it! #BBL14 pic.twitter.com/XsjNAJbbRG
— Lisa Potts (@leaseM_87) December 26, 2024
James Vince is really underrated and unlucky with the batsmen England got ngl. He’d be a key player for any country outside the big 3
— #KillRashyfans 🎭💎 (@MALUHTR) December 26, 2024
JAMES VINCE! Finally brings up his first BBL 100! (We all know that 98 not a few years back should’ve been 🤪). Brilliant batting.
Unfinished story of Jamesh Vince is completed now .#BBL14 pic.twitter.com/qIrgxuW4ak
— kumar (@KumarlLamani) December 26, 2024
CENTURY CLUB MEMBER! 🎉
James Vince brings up his FIRST-EVER BBL TON! 🙌 He joins an elite group, becoming only the SECOND Sixer, after Steve Smith, to achieve this feat! 👏 #BBL14 #JamesVince #Century #BBLTon #Sixer pic.twitter.com/tH2qlDcbrv
— Ritu Jaipur (@Ritukd31) December 26, 2024
SIDNEY SIXES WIN BY 8 WICKETS..!!!
– James Vince is hero of the match scored hundred in record run chase.🙇♂️ pic.twitter.com/c7DfPC7TIh
— Aashutosh Goswami (@imAashutoshh) December 26, 2024
1️⃣0️⃣0️⃣ for James Vince 👏#Cricket #JamesVince #BBL14 #SydneySixers pic.twitter.com/3R69peQxzS
— CricketTimes.com (@CricketTimesHQ) December 26, 2024
That was exceptional T20 cricket…
194 wins most of the time…
But, James Vince is a superstar…#BBL #SmashEmSixers
— Si Marshall (@skillschampion2) December 26, 2024
Another scintillating hundred from james vince 🔥. This man’s consistency is just incredible , most underrated T20 batter of this generation without a doubt.@BBL pic.twitter.com/KchoP8boLF
— 🆁🅾🅻🅴🆇ᶜʳⁱᶜᵏᵉᵗᵍᵉᵉᵏ (@RoshanSriram123) December 26, 2024
Just A second Sixer Batsman to Reach 💯 in BBL after Steven Smith
Brilliant Inning from James Vince #BBL14 pic.twitter.com/6rZZJj94N5— Arslan Ali (@Arsal1431) December 26, 2024
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