The 18th match of Big Bash League (BBL) 2024-25 between the Hobart Hurricanes And Sydney Sixers at Bellerive Oval, Hobart, presented an extraordinary moment that left fans in awe. During the game, a bizarre incident occurred when a batter’s shot inadvertently hit the umpire, creating a memorable moment in an already drama-filled game.
A lucky escape for the referee
The unusual event occurred during the Hurricanes’ 19th innings when Sydney Sixers bowler Ben Dwarshuis delivered complete and direct delivery to Chris Jordan. Jordan returned the ball aerially towards the bowler, and Dwarshuis managed to get his hands on it but failed to complete the catch. When the ball ricocheted off his hand, it hit the back of the referee, who had turned to try to avoid the incoming ball. Fortunately, the pace of the ball was reduced due to Dwarshuis’ contact and the referee escaped unscathed.
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Fortunately, no referees were injured after avoiding this deviation 😌#BBL14 pic.twitter.com/jCWFbn0xB0
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Despite this unusual incident, Jordan made headlines for his overall contribution to the Hurricanes’ dominant victory. In the first innings, Jordan, batting in the lower order, added valuable runs, scoring 16 not out from 11 balls, including a six. His contribution helped push the Hobart Hurricanes to a competitive total.
Jordan’s heroism doesn’t stop there. In the second innings, he delivered a defining bowling performance, taking three crucial wickets. His medium-fast right-arm deliveries shook the Sydney Sixers batting line-up and set the tone for a resounding victory.
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Sydney Sixers collapse in pursuit
After being put into bat first, the Hurricanes posted a respectable total of 161/6. Nikhil Chaudhary was the star of the Hurricanes’ batting line-up, top-scoring with 42 off 31 balls. His composed innings laid the foundation for the team’s total. For the Sixers, Jackson Bird stood out with an impressive bowling spell, taking four wickets. However, his efforts couldn’t stop the Hurricanes from setting an ambitious goal.
Chasing 162, the Sixers struggled against a disciplined Hurricanes bowling attack and were bowled out for just 111 in 19.3 overs. The Sixers’ batting lineup faltered under the pressure, with no batter managing to play a meaningful inning.
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