BBL|14 (MIR): Usama Mir gets rid of Cameron Bancroft and Oliver Davies in back-to-back dismissals

In the 14th match of the Big Bash League 2024-25 (BBL) between the Melbourne Stars i Sydney Thunderstormcricket fans were treated to a spectacular bowling performance Usama Mir The Melbourne Stars right-arm leg-spinner produced a stunning moment in the sixth innings of Sydney Thunder’s innings, dismissing Cameron Bancroft i Oliver Davies in back-to-back deliveries, setting the tone for a fascinating contest at Canberra’s Manuka Oval.

Back-to-back strikes by Usama Mir

Bancroft, looking confident, fell victim to Mir’s clever delivery. Attempting a risky reverse sweep with a very long ball, Bancroft misjudged the shot completely. The ball sneaked in and crashed into the stumps, leaving Bancroft sprawled and the crowd in awe. Bancroft departed after a fine 21 off 16 balls, including two fours and a six, marking a crucial breakthrough for the Stars.

Mir wasn’t done yet. In the next delivery, he claimed his second wicket in spectacular fashion. Tossing the ball up seductively outside the off stump, Mir lured Davies into an ambitious drive towards long on. The ball fell sharply, forcing Davies to take a mistimed shot that flew into the air. Showing incredible athleticism, Mir dove to his right to complete a stunning lay-off. Davies was sent back for a golden duck, leaving the Sydney Thunder stunned. The moment almost passed as the ball dangled briefly in Mir’s hands, but he held on, sealing his ‘two-for-two’ magic.

Here is the video:

2 balls, 2 wickets 😮

Usama Mir claims Bancroft & Davies with back-to-back submissions! 🇵🇰 @BKTtires #GoldenMoment #BBL14 pic.twitter.com/7YwfD4PJOg

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Sam Billings shines through Sydney Thunderstorm

Despite the early setback caused by Mir’s brilliance, Sydney Thunder managed a competitive total of 182/8 in 20 overs, thanks to scintillating knock from the wicketkeeper-batsman. Sam Billings. The Englishman smashed a superb 72 off 39 balls, with nine fours and two towering sixes at an extraordinary strike rate of 184.62. Billings’ innings was the backbone of the Thunder’s effort, setting a challenging target of 183 runs for the Melbourne Stars. In reply, the Stars could only manage 164/8, losing the game by 18 runs.

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