Match No. 37 Big Bash League (BBL)|14between the Sydney Sixers and Sydney Thunder at the Sydney Cricket Ground, kept fans on the edge of their seats until rain ended the match prematurely. A special moment occurred during the Thunder's innings, just before the rain broke, when the Sixers played Jack Edwards Stunning yorker delivery to dismiss Thunder's opener Konstas himself.
Jack Edwards delivers an amazing yorker
The moment came in the fourth over, as Edwards bowled an accurate yorker to Konstas, who was surprised and failed to drop his bat in time. The ball crept through, hit the base of middle stump, and Konstas bowled cleanly. His sacking was a crucial breakthrough for the Sixers, halting the Thunder's momentum. Konstas walked off the field having contributed just 9 runs off 14 balls, which included two boundaries.
Here is the video:
How good is this yorker!
Jack Edwards knocks out Sam Konstas beautifully. @BKTtyres #TheGolden_Moment #bubble14 pic.twitter.com/OmR37UiUHF
– KFC Big Bash League (@BBL) January 17, 2025
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The match was canceled due to rain
The Sydney Sixers won the toss and elected to bowl first, a decision that appeared to pay off as they built an early lead, the Thunder posting a score of 36/1 in 5.1 overs. Open the mixture David Warner, In his hot form this season, he was the main contributor, smashing 22* off just 14 balls, including 3 fours and a six. Warner's aggressive start was the highlight of the Thunder's innings until rain began to disrupt play.
After the first ball ended in the sixth over, the match was stopped due to heavy rain. Despite numerous checks by the officials, the incessant rain showed no signs of abating, and the match was eventually abandoned. The disappointing end to what was an exciting clash left fans at the SCG disappointed. Rain ruined what could have been an exciting Sydney Smash match, with both teams and spectators eagerly anticipating a fierce contest.
Never an easy task ☔ 😂#bubble14 pic.twitter.com/SneRhGu5g1
– KFC Big Bash League (@BBL) January 17, 2025
Playoff scenario: Sydney Sixers and Sydney Thunder's path to the finals
With the match cancelled, both teams got one point each, which affected the standings in the BBL points table. The Sixers, currently in second place, have 14 points, while the Thunder are in third place, 12 points behind them. With only three matches remaining in the group stage, the race for the top places is heating up.
As things stand, the Sixers, who are in second place, are set to face the leaders, Hurricanes Hobartin the qualifying match for the tournament. On the other hand, the Thunder will play a knockout match, where it will face the team ranked fourth in the points table. Both teams will look to make the most of the remaining matches as they aim for a place in the final and the final BBL 14 title.
