In an exciting display of striking power during SA20 2025 Match on Tuesday (January 14) Heinrich Claassen Follower Durban Super Giants (DSG) It sent shockwaves through Kingsmead, Durban, with six huge shells landing on the street outside the stadium.
The moment not only showcased Klaassen's immense talent, but also provided an unforgettable experience for the nearby fan who managed to escape with the match ball.
The Amazing Six by Heinrich Claassen
Klaassen's explosive strike came in the 10th over of DSG's innings as Klaassen was building momentum in the match against Joburg Super Kings (JS). Turning on his back foot off Tabraiz Shamsi's pass, Klaasen executed a perfectly timed shot that soared over the square leg boundary, reaching an impressive distance. 87 metres. The ball's trajectory was so strong that it cleared the field and landed on a nearby street, leaving spectators in awe.
When the ball stopped, one quick-thinking fan rushed to grab it, running away with what would be considered a prized possession for any cricket enthusiast. Videos of the incident quickly went viral on social media, capturing Klaassen's stunning strike and the fan's triumphant escape.
Relive the moment here:
– Rohitkohlrox@123@ (@21OneTwo34) January 14, 2025
Kingsmead isn't big enough for Heinrich Klaasen 🚀 #BetwaySA20 #DSGvJSK #Welcome to Incredible pic.twitter.com/p0T0gq0N9w
— Betway SA20 (@SA20_League) January 14, 2025
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Despite Klaassen's efforts, which included scoring 29 runs off 17 balls, the Super Giants ultimately failed in their chase against the Super Kings. The Super Giants managed to score only 141 points, Loss of 28 points after setting a target of 170.
Abbreviated degrees: Joburg Super Kings 169-7 in 20 overs (Lius du Plooy 38, Donovan Ferreira 26; Brennellan Subrian 2/24, Keshav Maharaj 2/28) beat Durban Super Giants 141 in 18 overs (Quinton de Kock 55; Donovan Ferreira 2/ 15), Tabrez Al-Shamsi 2-18). 28 runs.
Joburg Super Kings record their second win in two matches
Scorecard: https://t.co/A9QECUAj87#SA20 #DSGvJSK #T20 #cricket pic.twitter.com/fxGVZ5H0Hy
— CricketTimes.com (@CricketTimesHQ) January 15, 2025
As the tournament progresses, Klaassen's explosive hitting continues to be a highlight for the Super Giants, promising even more exciting performances in future matches. With every match, he is cementing his reputation as one of the most exciting players in T20 cricket.
