The Perth Scorchers provided medical care to prevent a a complete 33-run victory above the Brisbane heat in the 12th Big Bash League (BBL) 2024-25 match at Perth Stadium on Thursday (December 26). Under the floodlights, the Scorchers showed exceptional teamwork, and Nick Hobson emerging as Player of the Match for his unbeaten 47 from 16 balls and two game-changing catches. Despite the Heat's best efforts, their chase of 166 runs ended in disappointment as they were bowled out for 132 in 19.4 overs.
Perth Scorchers batting: Late development by Nick Hobson
The Scorchers faced early hurdles as openers Find Allen he went to the duck in the opening. However, regular contributions from Matty Hurst (28 out of 25) and Cooper Connolly (37 out of 37) laid the foundation for recovery. Skipper Ashton Turner he provided a quick burst with 22 off 13 balls before Hobson took over at the death. Cruising in 141/5, Hobson unleashed a scathing attack, hitting two boundaries and five long overs. His unbeaten 47 reached the score of 293.75, which took the Scorchers to a competitive total of 165/5. Spencer Johnson he was the best batsman for the Heat, taking an impressive 4 for 20 in his four overs.
I can't say the ending wasn't IT. UNREAL Hobbo. #PlayeroftheMatch #MomentoftheMatch pic.twitter.com/P0NNZdOwMr
– Perth Scorchers (@ScorchersBBL) December 26, 2024
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Brisbane Heat chase: A tale of missed opportunities
The Heat's response got off to a rocky start, with three top batsmen going cheap, including the skipper. Colin Munrowho fought his 6 off 13 balls. The middle order showed resistance, and Matt Renshaw (36 from 24) and Max Bryant (35 out of 20) leading the fight. However, the Heat's inability to create meaningful partnerships proved costly. The Scorchers bowlers, led by Andrew Tye (2/26) and Jason Behrendorff (2/33), continued to press. Ashton AgarAn economy rate of 1/14 in four overs also limited the Heat's scoring chances, ensuring no room for recovery.
Getting the win in front of 41,921 fans at The Furnace 🙌
The @ScorchersBBL beat the reigning champions on Boxing Day! #BBL14 pic.twitter.com/I4L2sPTFzf
– KFC Big Bash League (@BBL) December 26, 2024