• Adelaide Strikers defated Hobart Hurricanes by five wickets in BBL|13.

  • Ben McDermott played a sublime knock of 95 runs for Hurricanes.

Twitter reactions: Ben McDermott’s stellar knock in vain as Adelaide Strikers register victory over Hobart Hurricanes – BBL|13
Ben McDermott- SRT vs HUR, BBL13 (Image CC- Twitter)

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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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