the Big Bash League (BBL) 2024-25 The clash between Melbourne Stars and Melbourne Rebels He witnessed an extraordinary moment of striking power as well Tim Seifert He etched his name into the highlights of the season. In the eighth, facing the experienced Marcus StoinisSeifert launched a stunning 102-metre long missile that sent shockwaves across the stadium.
Tim Seifert's towering 102m shines bright in the Melbourne derby
Stoinis sent a rather short ball wide, but Seifert's sharp instincts and quick judgment played a role. He effortlessly cleared his front leg, swung his racket with tremendous force, and connected directly into the middle of the blade. The ball shot over deep mid-wicket, sailing into the night sky before disappearing into the stands. The sheer scale of the hit, coupled with the bold execution, left both fans and commentators in awe. It wasn't just a shot. It was a sight that underlined Seifert's astonishing ability to dominate world-class bowlers under pressure.
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🚨 102m MCG Six 🚨
That's huge from Tim Seifert – and how about Sam Konstas celebrating in the crowd! #Bubble14 pic.twitter.com/7GPorbn0r8
– KFC Big Bash League (@BBL) January 4, 2025
also WATCH: Jacob Bethell fires a massive 96-metre rocket off Cameron Boyce to thrill Melbourne fans in BBL 2024-25
Melbourne Rebels: Early Missteps and Middle Order Resilience
The Renegades innings started on a shaky note as the opener Josh Brown He fell for just six runs in the first over, followed by the dismissal of Jake Fraser-McGurk, leaving them at 19/2 within the powerplay. Tim Seifert17 of his 16 fastballs helped stabilize the innings, but his departure in the ninth added to the pressure.
The turning point has come Jacob Bethel and Jonathan Wellswho combined for a crucial 71-run partnership off 48 balls. Bethell made a good 49 off 36, highlighted by two sixes and four boundaries, stabilizing the innings, while Wells added momentum with a strong 45 off 31, showing deft placing and clean batting. Their partnership ensured that the Rebels crossed the 100-run mark with a wicket in hand.
A late rally ensured a competitive total against the Melbourne Stars
He saw death Laurie Evans He took charge with 24 off 11 balls, maintaining a batting average of 218.18. His clean hitting, including two boundaries and a six, made up for a brief lull after Wales' departure. master Will Sutherland He was scored with a quick 9 off 6, while the lower order batsmen managed to keep the score ticking despite being bowled out in quick succession. Joel Paris and Peter Seidel They were outstanding bowlers for the stars, taking two wickets each while maintaining impressive economy rates of 5.75 and 9.00 respectively. However, Stoinis and And Lawrence It proved expensive, as runs were conceded at over 11 per over, allowing Rebels to reach a respectable 168/7 At the end of 20 amounts.
