Published 18:28 IST, January 22nd 2021
BBL 2021: Thunder skipper Callum Ferguson's 'athleticism' runs out Sixers' Josh Philippe
Following Philippe’s disappointing dismissal, Sydney Thunder's Daniel Hughes and Vince departed successively sharply hampering the Sixers’ chances.
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Sydney Thunder Captain Callum Ferguson’s sharp fielding was on full display during the ongoing 10th season of the Big Bash League (BBL 2021) at the Adelaide Oval on Friday after his sharp wits caused the run-out of wicket-keeper batsman Josh Philippe early on in their match against Sydney Sixers.
During the 48th match of the season, Sixers' opening batsman James Vince hit a Tanveer Sangha delivery, attempting to take a single from the ball. Later on, Vince refused to take the single, leaving partner Philippe unarmed with the ball in Ferguson's possession. Fielding at the cover, the Sydney Thunder Captain threw the ball towards the non-striker’s end, thereby dismissing the crucial wicket of Philippe.
Sydney Thunder records highest BBL score
Following Philippe’s disappointing dismissal, Sydney Thunder's Daniel Hughes (1) and Vince (38) departed successively sharply hampering the Sixers’ chances and resulting in Thunder's much-needed victory. Recording the highest-ever BBL total the Sydney Thunders registered 232 runs against Sydney Sixers for a loss of 5 wickets. The star of the match was undoubtedly English opener Alex Hales who scored his maiden century in the T20 league off 51 balls. Other notable performances were from skipper Ferguson who smashed 42 runs off 23 balls, with three boundaries and sixes, Billings who scored 33 runs off 21, and Cutting who scored 33 runs off 14 deliveries.
The Sixers who were on a three-match winning streak, are still on top of the league standings after losing the match. The team has accumulated 32 points from 11 matches. For the Thunder, this was a crucial opportunity to enter the top four following their defeat in the previous match against the Hurricanes. They are currently placed on the fifth spot on the table with 23 points.
Updated 18:28 IST, January 22nd 2021