During an electrifying encounter during the 28th match of the Big Bash League 2024-25 (BBL), Melbourne Stars‘star dough Glenn Maxwell stole the show with a breathtaking six Sydney Sixers‘ Ben Dwarshuiswhich left fans and commentators in awe.
Glenn Maxwell’s stunning reverse six
His remarkable reverse six-man sweep of Dwarshuis in the 14th place was the highlight of the match, drawing deafening cheers from the crowd. The moment came when Dwarshuis delivered a low, full toss to Maxwell’s pads. In his signature style, Maxwell executed a daring reverse sweep, connecting perfectly to send the ball flying 74 yards into the stands beyond the deep back point. The shot was not only technically brilliant, but also showed Maxwell’s ability to innovate under pressure, leaving fans mesmerized.
Maxwell’s brilliance didn’t stop with that stunning six. The Melbourne Stars captain anchored the innings with a scintillating knock, scoring 58 runs off just 32 balls at an impressive strike rate of 181.25. His innings featured five towering fours and three towering sixes, reaffirming his reputation as one of the most destructive hitters in T20 cricket.
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Glenn Maxwell with the reverse spin for SIX 😲 #BBL14 pic.twitter.com/G6PxItNO97
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Sean Abbott shines for Sydney Sixers
As Maxwell’s fireworks lit up the middle overs, Beau Webster played a crucial supporting role. Webster contributed a steady 48 off 41 balls, including two fours and a six, keeping the Stars’ innings steady. Together, the duo ensured that Melbourne Stars posted a competitive total of 156/5 in their allotted 20 overs.
For the Sydney Sixers, Sean Abbott was the best player with the ball. The experienced pacer showed his skills with figures of 3/24 in his spell of four overs, thereby reducing Stars’ scoring rate in the death overs. Despite Abbott’s exploits, the Sixers faced a lofty goal of 157 points to chase.
