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In a moment of sheer brilliance, Sam Curran sent shockwaves through the stadium with a jaw-dropping 117-metre six off Scott Kuggeleijn during the ILT20 2025 final. The left-handed all-rounder, known for his fearless stroke play, unleashed his power in spectacular fashion, producing what was arguably the biggest hit of the season.
Sam Curran blasts a towering 117-metre six off Scott Kuggeleijn
In the 19th over, Kuggeleijn delivered a short-of-a-length ball angling away outside off, but Curran was quick to anticipate it. Standing deep inside his crease, he used his strong base and immense bat speed to whip the ball over deep mid-wicket with a full-blooded swing. The ball rocketed off his bat, soaring into the night sky before disappearing into the top tier of the stadium, sending the crowd into a frenzy.
The sheer magnitude of the hit was evident from the way the ball traveled, clearing the boundary with ease and leaving the bowler in disbelief. Even the fielders could do nothing but watch as it sailed beyond their reach, highlighting Curran’s ability to dominate the opposition under pressure. His monstrous strike not only boosted his team’s total at a crucial juncture but also underlined the evolution of power-hitting in modern T20 cricket.
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117 metres! 🤯
Desert Vipers skipper Sam Curran sent this delivery sailing over mid-wicket for one of the biggest sixes in #ILT20 so far! 🚀#ILT20onFanCode pic.twitter.com/afoSQV3qGy
— FanCode (@FanCode) February 9, 2025
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Dubai Capitals clinch maiden ILT20 title in a thrilling chase
The Dubai Capitals emerged victorious in a high-stakes final against the Desert Vipers, securing their maiden ILT20 title with a four-wicket win. Rovman Powell and Sikandar Raza played match-winning knocks to propel their team past a challenging target of 190 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium.
Winning the toss, the Capitals opted to bowl first, looking to take advantage of the conditions under lights. The Vipers had a shaky start, losing Alex Hales (5) and Rahmanullah Gurbaz (5) early to Obed McCoy. However, Max Holden (76 off 51) played a crucial innings, stabilizing the innings alongside captain Curran (62 off 33).
Curran’s explosive unbeaten 62, featuring five fours and three sixes, ensured the Vipers finished strongly at 189/5 in 20 overs. Wicketkeeper Azam Khan (27 off 13) provided the late acceleration. McCoy (2/44) and Sikandar Raza (1/42) were among the wickets for Dubai Capitals.
Chasing 190 for victory, the Capitals lost early wickets, slipping to 31/3 inside five overs. Shai Hope (43 off 39) steadied the innings, but the game-changing partnership came from Powell (63 off 38) and Raza (34 off 12). Powell’s aggressive strokeplay, combined with Raza’s explosive late cameo, turned the match in Dubai’s favor. Raza’s five fours and one six in just 12 balls ensured the chase was completed with four balls to spare at 191/6 in 19.2 overs.
