In the 20th game a Big Bash League 2024-25, Adelaide Strikers emerged the winner Melbourne Renegades in a fun competition. A unique attack by The Strikers, combined with a devastating knock from the opener Chris Lynnhe helped them chase down the target of 143 with ease, winning by 5 wickets.
Josh Brown's only fight at the Melbourne Renegades
Adelaide Strikers won the toss and elected to bowl first, aiming to reduce the Renegades to a minimum. The decision paid off, as the Strikers players showed interest. Melbourne Renegades' innings started well, and Josh Brown playing an explosive knock on top. Brown smashed 66 runs off 41 balls, including 5 fours and 6 sixes, to prop up the innings for his side. However, despite his best efforts, the Renegades struggled to build unity and were eventually restricted to 142/9 in their 20 overs.
The Adelaide Strikers bowling team was the star of the show. Henry Thorntona right-arm fast bowler, he was the pick of the bowlers, taking 3 wickets for 27 runs in his 4-over spell. His brilliant bowling kept the Renegades in focus throughout their match. Help him well Lloyd Pope and Jamie Overtonwho each took 2 wickets, putting the Renegades middle order under pressure. Brendan Doggett and Cameron Boyce he also contributed with every wicket, ensuring that the Renegades could not post a full attack.
Chris Lynn's powerful knock leads the chase for Adelaide Strikers
In reply, Adelaide Strikers had a steady start, thanks to their experienced opener, Lynn. He played an impressive knock of 88 runs off 51 balls, laced with four fours and four sixes. His powerful batting led the Strikers to the target, and although a couple of wickets fell at the other end, Lynn's knock put the chase beyond doubt. The Renegades bowlers tried to intervene, and Thomas Stewart Rogers and the captain Why Sutherland each picking up 2 wickets, while the left-arm spinner Jacob in Bethel he also came in with a wicket. However, Lynn's intelligence proved too much for the Renegades to handle.
With Lynn leading the chase, the Adelaide Strikers reached the target of 143/5 in 18.3 overs, winning by five wickets. The game was a display of excellent bowling and batting, Lynn was named Player of the Year. His match-winning knock kept the Strikers on track to win the tournament.
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Here's how Twitter did it:
Lynn-sanity is back!#bbl #beaters #strikersbbl #strikersvsrenegades #adelaide #adelaidestrikers #chrislynn #cricket
— Holy Daniel (@DanielHoly) January 2, 2025
Adelaide Strikers won by 5 wickets. Henry Thornton 3/22 and Brendan Doggett 1/17 (4 Overs). Best knock Chris Lynn 88(51).#MRVAS @StrikersBBL #BBL14 @lynny50
– JaayShaan (VaidhyaJayaShankar) (@JaayShaan) January 2, 2025
Chris Lynn is back at his brutal best! 💥 #POTM #BBL14 pic.twitter.com/l4CskRou11
– KFC Big Bash League (@BBL) January 2, 2025
Second win of the season for the Adelaide Strikers 👏🏏#Cricket #BBL14 #adelaidestrikers pic.twitter.com/qDwg0QOu7G
– CricketTimes.com (@CricketTimesHQ) January 2, 2025
David Warner & Chris Lynn are both back in form ahead of the PSL Draft. Lynn revived the years today with this limit 🇵🇰🔥#BBL14 #not found #DontStopStreaming #CatchEveryMatch pic.twitter.com/el25wqBtF4
– Farid Khan (@_FaridKhan) January 2, 2025
The whole world has learned how to change Chris Lynn except criminals😂
— Aaron Cocks (@AaronCocks86016) January 2, 2025
Chris Lynn's good work went well without changing the tone.
– Vikalp Singh (@vikalp_378) January 2, 2025
The Strikers defeated the Renegades at Marvel, earning their second win #BBL14 👏 pic.twitter.com/v54HMX5Pte
– KFC Big Bash League (@BBL) January 2, 2025
Gee the Melbourne Stars v Melbourne Renegades looks like a mess this weekend? Moving force v moving object #BBL14
— ralph horowitz (@rtralphy) January 2, 2025
Chris Lynn picks the night to demolish the Melbourne Renegades 🫤 #BBL14
– Jordan Bengtson 🇦🇺 (@jordybengtson) January 2, 2025