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In the exciting world of cricket, moments of brilliance often define a player’s legacy. On January 12, 2025, Glenn MaxwellAustralia’s all-rounder extraordinaire, delivered one such moment during the Big Bash League 2024-25 (BBL) match between the Melbourne Stars and the Melbourne Renegades. His impressive 122 meter six Kane Richardson it not only left the spectators in awe but also set a new benchmark in the history of BBL.
A high-stakes Melbourne derby
The match took place at Docklands’ iconic Marvel Stadium, where the atmosphere was electric with anticipation. The Stars found themselves in a precarious position, at 75 for 7 after being put in to bat first by the Renegades captain. Will Sutherland. With their batting line-up crumbling under the pressure, it was clear that the Stars needed a hero to rescue them from impending doom.
Glenn Maxwell’s explosive response with a massive 122 meter six
Known for his explosive batting style and his ability to single-handedly change matches, Maxwell stepped up when his team needed him the most. He unleashed an impressive innings of 90 runs off just 52 balls, showcasing his prowess with an astonishing strike rate of 173.07. The highlight of his innings was undoubtedly the monstrous six he blasted in the second half of the stadium, eclipsing Chris LynnThe previous record for the longest six in BBL history at 121 metres.
When Richardson bowled a full toss just outside off stump in the 16th over, Maxwell pounced on the opportunity. With an effortless swing of his bat, he blasted the ball over the deep end, leaving fans and commentators speechless. Hawkeye technology confirmed the distance, 122 meters, a feat that underlined Maxwell’s extraordinary power and timing.
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122 METERS!
This is monstrous from Glenn Maxwell 🤯 #BBL14 pic.twitter.com/9tc5lJKZtx
— KFC Big Bash League (@BBL) January 12, 2025
A rollercoaster of a Maxwell performance
Maxwell’s innings wasn’t just about six; it was a rollercoaster of emotions for players and fans alike. After his monumental achievement, he continued to dominate, hitting three consecutive sixes off Sutherland in the next over. Every shot was met with roars from the crowd, who were witnessing a T20 batting master class. However, as fate would have it, Maxwell fell short of his eighth T20 century when he was bowled by Richardson on the first ball of the final over.
The Melbourne Stars win the derby against the Melbourne Renegades
The Melbourne Stars triumphed over the Melbourne Renegades by 42 runs, marking their fourth straight win in the Big Bash League. Batting first, the Stars struggled early, losing key wickets and found themselves at 75 for 7. However, Maxwell emerged as the saviour, delivering a spectacular innings of 90 runs off just 52 balls, including ten sixes. His explosive performance propelled the Stars to a total of 165 runs.
The pursuit of the Renegades got off to a bad start, with Mark Steketee dismantling his batting line-up taking five wickets for just 17 runs. Joel Paris he also contributed significantly with three wickets, ensuring the Renegades never found their rhythm. Tim Seifert he was the only Renegades batsman to cross the 20-run mark, scoring 26 runs as they collapsed for just 123 runs in 19.5 overs.
Maxwell’s heroics and Steketee’s exceptional bowling were the highlights of the match as the Stars kept their hopes of a finals spot alive in this thrilling Melbourne derby. With the win, they improved to 4-5 in the tournament, while the Renegades suffered another setback, falling to 3-5. Maxwell was named Player of the Match for his performance.
