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In game 28 Big Carnival League 2024-25held at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, sydney sixers The toss was won and it was decided to bowl first. The decision was hoped to limit melbourne star The total under the lights was modest, but things didn’t quite go as planned. Thanks to a masterclass performance, Stars posted a competitive total of 156/5 in 20 overs Glenn Maxwell In the middle round.
Glenn Maxwell’s guide to half a century of glory Melbourne Star
Maxwell is the talisman batsman for Melbourne Stars and has been outstanding in his team’s innings. Maxwell, who is ranked sixth, scored a superb 58 runs off just 32 balls, hitting five boundaries and three easily. His powerful knock in the middle got the Stars back on track after an early wicket. beside him, Bob Webster A steady knock of 48 runs off 41 balls, including two fours and a six, provided valuable support to the team. The duo’s partnership led the Stars to a seemingly challenging total on the pitch while also providing a bit of help to the bowlers.
Sydney Sixers’ bowling attack led by experienced players Sean Abbottsuccessfully containing the Stars’ scoring at times. Abbott, a superb bowler, took 3 wickets in four deliveries and scored 34 runs, including a crucial dismissal that put pressure on Melbourne Stars. fast bowler Heidenker and Jack Edwards They also contributed a wicket each, but Abbott’s performance was the highlight of the Sixers’ bowling effort. Despite his talent, the Sixers were unable to completely contain Maxwell and Webster’s counterattacks, allowing the Stars to post a competitive total score.
Melbourne Stars bowling dominates run chase
Chasing 157 points, Sydney Sixers start cautiously in first game James Vince Lead the way. Vince batted steadily off 44 balls, scoring 53 runs and hitting six boundaries. However, he lacked support in the middle order as wickets fell at regular intervals and the chase never gained momentum and they ended up with figures of just 140/9 in 20 overs.
Melbourne Stars bowlers performed well under Mark Stektiwho is the most outstanding person. Steketee took 3 wickets in 3 overs and scored 23 runs, showing his ability to bowl under pressure. Usama Mir, Peter Sidelland the captain Marcus Stonis Taking two wickets each complemented Sticky’s performance and hampered the Sixers’ progress. The Stars’ bowlers were under pressure throughout the match, with tight fielding and excellent death bowling ultimately leading the team to a well-deserved 16th consecutive victory. Maxwell’s superb batting earned him the Man of the Match award, while Sticky’s outstanding bowling was the key highlight. Despite Vince’s outstanding individual performance, the Sydney Sixers were unable to catch up and ultimately the Stars’ bowlers secured victory. The win propels Melbourne Stars further up the 2024-25 BBL standings.
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Here’s Twitter’s reaction:
Melbourne Stars won by 16 points. Wonderful Knockglen Maxwell 58*(32). Beau Webster 48(41) Excellent performance. Magical Spells Mark Steketee 3/14, Usama Mir 2/19, Peter Siddle 2/26 and M Stoinis 2/30.@StarsBBL #BBL14 #MSvSS @Gmaxi_32 @slugwebster @petersiddle403 @MStoinis
— JaayShaan (VaidhyaJayaShankar) (@JaayShaan) January 9, 2025
Melbourne star 2025 soul swap with rcb 2024. Still not in perfect rcb territory but they are getting there.
Trying to qualify from that one percent chance. Interesting times are coming for them..
— Shravan (@shravanskk194) January 9, 2025
The Melbourne Stars have now won three games in a row, bouncing back from a difficult situation to beat the Sydney Sixers at the top of the table by 16 points.
The Stars are currently just one point behind the top four. The competition for the finals has entered a fierce stage.#BBL14
— CricBlog ✍ (@cric_blog) January 9, 2025
Most runs against opponents in BBL:
Glenn Maxwell v 76ers – 812
Chris Lynn v Scorchers – 731
Kris Lynn v. Hurricanes – 711
Kris Lynn v. Thunder – 669
James Vince v Star – 656*#BBL #cricket— Sahil Pednekar 🇮🇳 (@statsbysahil) January 9, 2025
Three in a row✅
We remain undefeated in 2025!#BBL14 pic.twitter.com/Va8nWwAqZH
— Melbourne Stars (@StarsBBL) January 9, 2025
Glenn Maxwell’s quick fifty and two crucial catches helped Melbourne Stars register a third straight win to climb up from the bottom of the table.
— Er Amardeep Kumar Tanti (@amardeep_tanti) January 9, 2025
Glenn Maxwell entered with 4-60…
And then – the game turned. #POTM #BBL14 pic.twitter.com/XyBbo6GnXN
— KFC Big Carnival League (@BBL) January 9, 2025
Melbourne Stars win for the third time in a row 🙌🏏#cricket #BBL14 #melbournestar pic.twitter.com/ebs2lFAI2j
— CricketTimes.com (@CricketTimesHQ) January 9, 2025
Melbourne star on top asshole 😎😎😎😎😎😎😎
— Tai (@Celtics_boy33) January 9, 2025
The Melbourne Stars finally won some games after nearly being eliminated. Their chances of advancing to the playoffs remain slim. Hope they can succeed!#BigBashLeague
— Ahrar (@Ahrarahmadd) January 9, 2025
So Melbourne Stars suddenly figured out how to win…sadly this game might be too late for them 🤦♂️Another great T20 game 🏏..This game was brilliant with Lots of close games! ! ! 👌 #BBL14
— BlueNoseBear⚽️🏏🐻💙 (@YouBearsssssss) January 9, 2025
