• Sydney Thunder defeated the Sydney Sixers by four wickets to advance to the Big Bash League 2024-25 final.

  • The Thunder will now face the Perth Scorchers in the summit clash.

Twitter reactions: Syndey Thunder storm into BBL 2024-25 final with a decisive win against Sydney Sixers in the Challenger
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In a high-stakes Challenger clash at the Sydney Cricket Ground, the Sydney Thunder defeated the Sydney Sixers by four wickets to advance to the Big Bash League (BBL) 2024-25 final. Chasing 152, the Thunder rode on a match-winning performance from Sam Billings, who scored an unbeaten 42 off 29 balls, and a late cameo from Nathan McAndrew to seal victory with seven balls to spare. The Thunder will now face the Perth Scorchers in the final, aiming for their second BBL title.

Sydney Sixers struggle to build momentum with the bat

The Sixers struggled to find consistency in their innings after opting to bat first. Early dismissals of Kurtis Patterson and Jack Edwards put them on the back foot at 19/2 in the fourth over. Skipper Moises Henriques and Josh Philippe steadied the ship briefly, but their slow scoring rate added pressure. Henriques fell for 29 off 30 balls, and the Sixers were reduced to 76/5 in the 13th over. Jordan Silk played a crucial anchor role, scoring an unbeaten 43 off 30 balls, while Ben Dwarshuis added a quick-fire 30 off 20 deliveries to push the total to a competitive 151/7. Thunder bowlers Wes Agar and Tom Andrews stood out, claiming two wickets each while maintaining disciplined lines.

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Sydney Thunder’s steady chase led by Sam Billings

The Thunder’s chase started on a brisk note as Jason Sangha and David Warner added 29 runs in the first three overs before Warner fell for 11. Sangha’s aggressive knock of 30 off 19 provided the platform, but wickets at regular intervals kept the game evenly poised. At 100/4 in the 13th over, the Thunder needed a steady hand, and Sam Billings rose to the occasion. The wicketkeeper-batter anchored the chase with his unbeaten 42, supported by Nathan McAndrew’s explosive 19 off seven deliveries. Their partnership ensured Thunder crossed the line comfortably with seven balls to spare, despite some tight overs from Jafer Chohan and Mitchell Perry.

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