In the elimination match Big Bash League (BBL) | 14 between Sydney Thunder and Melbourne Starsfans at Sydney Showground enjoyed some unforgettable moments in the first innings of the match. Among the highlights of the game was a special celebration held by the Melbourne Stars Spinners Doug Warren After taking the crucial wicket to the wicket-keeper batsman for Sydney Thunder Sam Billings.
Doug Warren's Snow Cold Celebration
The wicket came in the 12th over of Sydney Thunder's innings. Warne, with his sharp spin, provided a pivotal moment when he dismissed Billings for 24 runs (off 25 balls). Billings, who was the Thunder's hitter, was crucial to his team, and his dismissal was a blow to their hopes of a big total. It was the reverse sweep that led to Billings' downfall.
Although he made good contact with the ball, he accidentally hit it directly Tom Curranpositioned at a deep backward point. The catch was well executed by Curran, who got a low catch without any fuss. Billings' departure left the Thunder reeling as the Stars celebrated their accomplishment. Billings' score included four boundaries, but it was not enough to keep him in the middle for much longer.
Here is the video:
Celebrate the cold snow 🥶
Doug Warren was pumped with this wicket off Sam Billings. #bubble14 pic.twitter.com/fJhEPRQxM1
– KFC Big Bash League (@BBL) January 22, 2025
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Tom Curran's early knock: David Warner goes for a duck
Earlier in the match, Melbourne Stars player Curran made his mark in the Thunder's first innings. The stars had a perfect start when David Warnerone of the biggest threats in the Thunder's lineup, was ejected for a duck. Warner, known for his aggressive style, was caught by the skipper Marcus Stoinis After trying to cut off a shot from Curran's delivery.
The ball appeared to stop on Warner, leaving him unable to control the shot which went straight into Stoinis' hand at the cover. Warner's early wicket sent shockwaves through the Thunder camp, and the Stars were happy to get rid of such a dangerous player so quickly. It was an inspired decision by Stars management to give Curran the top spot, a move that paid immediate dividends.
It's a duck for David Warner!
Tom Curran hits in his first over @StarsBBL. #bubble14 pic.twitter.com/V4yqLuAl3b
– KFC Big Bash League (@BBL) January 22, 2025
Curran strikes again
As the Thunder tried to recover, Curran returned to the ball in the 18th over, this time batting again to be dismissed Oliver Davies For 36 (from 35 balls). Davies played a key role in keeping the Thunder innings alive with boundaries and a six, but his departure came at a crucial juncture.
Curran bowled a smart, slower backhand ball, which dipped full length and completely fooled Davies. Unaware of the slow delivery speed, Davies fired a shot high but mistimed it, sending the ball straight long, where Peter Handscombe He made no mistake in completing the hunt.
