Published 18:22 IST, January 7th 2020

Liam Livingstone struck at the wrong place thrice in the innings against Renegades

Liam Livingstone was struck at the wrong place thrice in the innings during Perth Scorchers' run chase against Melbourne Renegades on Tuesday. He scored 59

Reported by: Karthik Nair
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Liam Livingstone anchored Perth Scorchers'  run chase really well during ir Big Bash League (BBL) match against defending champions Melbourne Reneges at  GMHBA Stium on Tuesday. However, what stood out during his solid kck was that of him getting hit on wrong place t once but thrice. 

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Liam Livingstone's painful innings

third time this h happened during one of deliveries bowled by Will Surland. As soon as he was struck by a Surland delivery while attempting to go for big shot, opening batsman gave out a loud shriek and was down on ground in excruciating pain. Even his batting partner Josh Inglis came forward to show concern and game was stopped for a few minutes. neless, Livingston was on his feet and continued to bat. 

Even commentators h a hearty laugh over it and here's what y h said on air.

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''That, unfortunately, is third time this evening. He might t get up from this. He is t in good shape. When your partner is looking quite concerned. Let's hope he is okay. It's t that funny'', said commentators on air.

video was posted by Big Bash League on ir official Twitter handle. Take a look.

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 BBL h also posted ar video of Liam Livingstone getting struck on same place earlier as well.

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Melbourne Reneges' losing streak continues

Perth Scorchers h restricted Melbourne Reneges to 175/5 in ir 20 overs after winning toss and electing to bowl first. Wicket-keeper batsman Sam Harper and Beau Webster played enterprising cameos of 46-ball 73 and 40-ball 59 respectively. 

In reply, Mitchell Marsh-led side got off to a brisk start as Liam Livingstone and Josh Inglis ded 102 runs for opening wicket.  Livingstone scored a 39-ball 59 while Inglis scored a 33-ball 51 as Scorchers crossed finish line by six wickets and with an over to spare. By virtue of this loss, reigning champions' losing streak continues as y have w suffered ir seventh straight defeat.

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18:22 IST, January 7th 2020