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Adelaide Strikers dominated Hobart Hurricanes in a comprehensive five-wicket victory in Match 31 of the Big Bash League 2023-24 at Adelaide Oval. The hosts displayed superior performance across all facets of the game, securing their third win in the tournament.
The Hurricanes faced consistent challenges, with Ben McDermott‘s impressive performance providing some resistance. However, the Strikers’ overall prowess helped them to secure a convincing win on their home ground.
Ben McDermott leads Hurricane to a respective total
Being invited to bat first, the Hurricanes encountered early setbacks as wickets fell at regular intervals, with Caleb Jewell (5), Macalister Wright (11), Sam Hain (0) and Corey Anderson (3) departing for modest scores. In-form player Nikhil Chaudhary suffered a diamond duck. However, the experienced Ben McDermott provided stability alongside Tim David. David contributed 15 runs off 18 balls before departing.
McDermott then partnered with Chris Jordan, forming a crucial 76-run stand. Jordan added a quick 30 runs from 15 balls, featuring three sixes and a boundary. McDermott remained unbeaten, anchoring the innings with an impressive 95 runs from 61 deliveries, including seven boundaries and five maximums. The Hurricanes eventually ended up at a score of 165/7 in their allotted 20 overs.
Adelaide’s comfortable chase
In pursuit of the 166-run target, the Strikers launched a fiery assault, amassing 57 runs within the initial four overs of the power-play. D’Arcy Short contributed a brisk 18 off nine balls, complemented by Matthew Short‘s steadying 45 off 32 balls. Chris Lynn showcased his prowess with 37 off 26 balls, while Alex Carey‘s crucial knock of 36 off 26 balls further solidified the innings.
Thomas Kelly’s unbeaten 15 off 16 balls and Jamie Overton‘s decisive 5 off three balls sealed the victory in 19.2 overs. The chase was marked by precision, with the Strikers outshining the Hurricanes in a commanding performance.
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Here is how Twitter reacted:
Ben McDermott, take a bow 👏
Reggie's remarkable unbeaten innings of 95* gives us a competitive total.#TasmaniasTeam pic.twitter.com/tTYQmkwxws
— Hobart Hurricanes (@HurricanesBBL) January 9, 2024
He faced the first ball and the last ball of the innings 👀
A terrific knock under pressure from Ben McDermott 👏
MORE 👉 https://t.co/Sk80gcY9rL pic.twitter.com/SMIFKzmluh
— Fox Cricket (@FoxCricket) January 9, 2024
Ben McDermott becomes just the 10th batter to score 2000 #BBL runs! pic.twitter.com/8FvKeQ0MFT
— cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) January 8, 2022
Back-to-back wins at home to keep our season alive! 💙 #BBL13 #OurCityOurTeam pic.twitter.com/RiH85pSpBJ
— Adelaide Strikers (@StrikersBBL) January 9, 2024
Adelaide Strikers beat Hobart Hurricanes by five wickets: https://t.co/cNcEpWWyV8#bbl #adelaidestrikers #hobarthurricanes #cricket #CricketTwitter pic.twitter.com/pwLZpYXcUU
— CricketTimes.com (@CricketTimesHQ) January 9, 2024
Vintage Chris Lynn 🤌#BBL13 pic.twitter.com/wlqH6kp3U3
— Halfblood (@halfbloodpkb) January 9, 2024
Bit stiff Ben McDermott not getting #POTM for 95 out of 165 in a losing side #BBL13
— CouchSpecimen (@couch_specimen) January 9, 2024
Overton picks the gap, and the @StrikersBBL win two in two! 💪 #BBL13 pic.twitter.com/g623klUqTL
— KFC Big Bash League (@BBL) January 9, 2024
Shaaarp catch from D'Arcy Short! 👐
It's a perfect start for the Strikers! #BBL13 pic.twitter.com/FtFHcMMDQM
— KFC Big Bash League (@BBL) January 9, 2024
So easy to catch up at Adelaide. Just keep wickets in hand. McDermott 18 off 20 balls at one stage, finishes with 95 from 61. Just batted properly. Hobart Hurricanes tactics all over the place. Can’t believe Anderson still in the team. #BBL13
— Richard Mann (@Richard_Mann11) January 9, 2024
