Published 19:15 IST, December 22nd 2019

Chris Lynn wreaks havoc on Sydney Sixers as he smashes 94 runs to take Brisbane Heat home

Chris Lynn wreaked havoc on Sunday as he smashed the Sydney Sixers' bowlers all over the ground to play a brilliant inning of 94 runs to take Brisbane Heat home

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Soon after being bought by Mumbai Indians for his base price of Rs 2 crore in IPL Auction for upcoming season, Australia's Chris Lynn came down all blazing on Sunday in Big Bash League. Lynn, who plays for Brisbane Heat in BBL had a very poor start in first two matches of tournament as he failed to go big and also resulted in team losing both matches.

Lynn wreaks havoc on Sixers

However, Lynn wreaked havoc on Sunday against Sydney Sixers as he smashed Sixers' bowlers all over ground to play a brilliant inning of 94 runs missing out on a well-deserved century. lad from Queensland hit 11 maximums and just four boundaries at a strike rate of 268.57 before losing his wicket to Ben Manenti. Brisbane Heat went on to win match by 48 runs owing to Lynn's onslaught and Matt Reneshaw's fiery quickfire. 

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Chris Lynn excited to join Mumbai Indians

In his tweet, Chris Lynn showed his appreciation for Mumbai Indians franchise and expressed his excitement for upcoming IPL. He also took this opportunity to express his enthusiasm for t having to face India pacer Jasprit Bumrah in a hilarious manner. Bumrah has been an integral member of Mumbai Indians squad since 2013 and is ranked .1 in ICC ODI Bowlers rankings. speedster took te of Chris Lynn’s tweet and responded to Australian in an equally comical manner.

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Chris Lynn confirms commitment to T20 and T10 cricket

Talking to cricket.com.au, Lynn explained that hectic schedule of longer formats of cricket played a big factor in his decision to w only play T20I cricket for Australia or participate in T20 or T10 leagues around world. He also added that cricket is just a part of life and sometimes one needs to prioritise ir happiness by having a work-life balance. Lynn has been enjoying T20 format more and opportunities with new leagues coming up which excite  Australian opener tremendously.

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18:28 IST, December 22nd 2019