In a spectacular display of power blows, Matthew Short Engraving his name in history Big Bash League (BBL) The fastest ever century record was broken at the iconic Adelaide Oval. in the match against brisbane heat On January 11, 2025, Short scored his hundred goals in just 49 balls, thrilling the home crowd and setting a new benchmark for future players. This impressive achievement not only showcases his extraordinary talent, but also highlights the exciting nature of T20 cricket.
Celebrating a century for Matthew Short
Short’s innings was a masterclass in attacking batting. He celebrated his century by raising his arms in triumph after reaching the milestone in just 14.1 overs. His final score was an impressive 109 runs off 54 balls, including 10 fours and 7 sixes, at a strike rate of 201.85. This performance is instrumental in promoting adelaide striker A staggering total of 251 runs were scored for 5 wickets in the allotted 20 overs. Short’s innings was characterized by explosive boundaries and a relentless attack on the bowlers, which ultimately led to his dismissal Xavier Bartlett leave Mitchell Swepsonbowling ball.
Adelaide Strikers perform well
The Strikers displayed their batting prowess throughout the match, scoring a total of 251 runs and posting an impressive run rate of 12.55 runs per over. The team took advantage of Adelaide Oval’s flat surface, which traditionally favors batsmen, allowing them to dominate the game from the start.
Right from the start, the Strikers made their intentions clear in the powerplay, scoring 62 runs in the first four overs without losing a wicket. Schott and Chris Lynn Short contributed greatly to their rapid scoring, setting the tone for an explosive innings.
The wicket fell at the right time. Despite losing key players like Lynn Alex Carey, Alex RossA flourish in the final innings ensured the Strikers maintained their momentum. His unbeaten 44 off just 19 balls further cemented their dominance.
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Here’s how fans reacted:
100 more BBLs today 🔥🔥
– Matthew Short batting 100 runs
Brisbane is hot! pic.twitter.com/SaZQ4BeM99— Victory (@WhatsIn_NAME_) January 11, 2025
What an incredible achievement!
The 251 points scored at Adelaide Oval is not only the Strikers’ record in the BBL but also the second-highest #BBL All time scores.
Matthew Short
109 runs.
54 balls.
17 borders. pic.twitter.com/Gstp6auIxK— The Day (@TheDayAmazing) January 11, 2025
🚨 BBL total score breaks record! ! !
The Adelaide striker achieved the second-highest single-inning total in Big Bash history🔥🔥
Adelaide Strikers – 251/5
Matthew Short – 107(54)
Chris Lynn – 47(20)
Alex Rose – 44*(19)#BBL14 #adelaideforward #ChrisLin #MatthewShort #BBL@BBL @StrikersBBL pic.twitter.com/miy8Bpnvs4— The Almighty (@TheAllr0under) January 11, 2025
Adelaide Strikers Men’s T20 Highest Individual Score:
115 (70) – Jack Weatherald vs Hobart Hurricanes, 2018
109 (54) – Matthew Short vs. Brisbane Heat today
101* (53) – Travis Head vs Sydney Sixers, 2015
101 (62) – Alex Carey vs Brisbane Heat, 2021#BBL14 pic.twitter.com/Qqo6zSMN9D— The Stats Kid (@TheStatsKid1523) January 11, 2025
Mathieu missed just 49 balls. 🔥#BBL14pic.twitter.com/0oBeMKGh66
— Tajamul (@Tajamul132) January 11, 2025
Mathieu missed just 49 balls.#pakistancricket #babarazam𓃵 #peshawarzalmi #PSL10 #HBLPSLDraft #psldraft #DECADEOFHBLPSL #PSL2025 https://t.co/cCLzUBx0x8
—Hamza (@HamzaRevelion) January 11, 2025
This is about 100 points written by Matthew Short before the PSL draft. It will be an important choice for every team#BBL14 #DECADEOFHBLPSL #PSL10 #psldraft #zelena #riadh #californiawildfire #gamechanger #gentlemonster pic.twitter.com/lkhow2hkdW
— Furqan👑🖤 (@furqan_ashfaq77) January 11, 2025
Matthew Short hits big hit against Brisbane Heat
Live score: https://t.co/KD274tJPKJ#cricket #ASvBH #BBL14 #BBL #T20 #MatthewShort #CricketTwitter pic.twitter.com/VoQMxLVOy4
— CricketTimes.com (@CricketTimesHQ) January 11, 2025
One Hundred by Matthew Short! ! !
– Matt Short’s brilliant batting in the BBL match against Brisbane Heat as he scored 109 runs from 54 balls which included 10 fours and 7 sixes . pic.twitter.com/3z4wmgQaUx
— Manu. (@Manojy9812) January 11, 2025
Really enjoyed Matthew Short’s batting.
What a glorious century it was – a pure marriage of class and power. pic.twitter.com/QnQBTFvsWo
— Raisul Rifat (@raisul_rifat88) January 11, 2025