In an amazing display of energy, Matthew Short wrote his name in the records of Big Bash League (BBL) record by breaking the fastest age ever recorded at the Adelaide Oval. In a wrestling match Brisbane heat on January 11, 2025, Short reached his hundred in 49 balls, delighting the home crowd and setting a benchmark for future players. This incredible win not only showcased his incredible talent but also highlighted the exciting nature of T20 cricket.
A centenary to celebrate Matthew Short
Short's innings was the best of hard hitting. He celebrated his age and raised his hands in triumph after reaching the milestone in just 14.1 overs. His final score was 109 runs off 54 balls, with 10 fours and 7 sixes, resulting in a career-best 201.85. This practice was essential for progress Adelaide Strikers reaching a staggering total of 251 runs for 5 wickets in the allotted 20 overs. Short's innings was characterized by explosive boundaries and constant attacks on the bowlers, which led to his dismissal. Xavier Bartlett turn it off Mitchell Swepsonand bowling.
A very good performance by the Adelaide Strikers
The Strikers showed their batting prowess throughout the match, scoring 251 runs, showing an average rate of 12.55 runs per over. The team excelled at the Adelaide Oval, which usually favors the batsmen, allowing them to dominate the game from the start.
Right from the start, the Strikers showed their intent during the powerplay, scoring 62 runs without losing a wicket in the first four overs. The first agreement between Short and Chris Lynn set the tone for an explosive innings, Short contributing heavily to their rapid scoring.
The fall of wickets was a good time; even losing important players like Lynn and Alex Carey, Alex RossThe slow pace of the innings kept the focus on the Strikers. His unbeaten 44 off just 19 balls further cemented their position.
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Here's how fans responded:
Another 100 in BBL today 🔥🔥
– Matthew Short has hit 100 against
Brisbane heat! pic.twitter.com/SaZQ4BeM99– WHATSIN (@WhatsIn_NAME_) January 11, 2025
What an amazing achievement!
The total of 251 at the Adelaide Oval is not only the Strikers' record in the BBL but also the second highest. #BBL regular score.
Matthew Short
109 are running.
54 balls.
17 limits. pic.twitter.com/Gstp6auIxK– The Day (@TheDayAmazing) January 11, 2025
🚨 BEST RECORD IN BBL!!!
The Adelaide batsmen scored the second highest Innings in Big Bash history🔥🔥
Batsmen Adelaide – 251/5
Matthew Short – 107 (54)
Chris Lynn – 47 (20)
Alex Ross – 44 * (19)#BBL14 #adelaidestrikers #chrislynn #matthewshort #BBL@BBL @StrikersBBL pic.twitter.com/miy8Bpnvs4– ALL (@TheAllr0under) January 11, 2025
Highest scores in Men's T20s for Adelaide Strikers:
115 (70) – Jake Weatherald vs Hobart Hurricanes, 2018
109 (54) – Matthew Short vs Brisbane Heat, today
101* (53) – Travis Head vs Sydney Sixers, 2015
101 (62) – Alex Carey vs Brisbane Heat, 2021#BBL14 pic.twitter.com/Qqo6zSMN9D– The Stats Kid (@TheStatsKid1523) January 11, 2025
MORE TO MATTHEW SHORT IN JUST 49 BALLS. 🔥#BBL14pic.twitter.com/0oBeMKGh66
– Tajamul (@Tajamul132) January 11, 2025
MORE TO MATTHEW SHORT IN JUST 49 BALLS.#PakistanCricket #BabarAzam𓃵 #PeshawarZalmi #PS10 #HBLPSLDraft #psldraft #DECADEOFHBLPSL #PSL2025 https://t.co/cCLzUBx0x8
— Hamza (@HamzaRevelion) January 11, 2025
Here is another 100 from Matthew Short just before the PSL preparations. It will be a great choice for any team#BBL14 #DECADEOFHBLPSL #PS10 #psldraft #green #riyadh #CaliforniaEagles #GameChanager #GentleMonster pic.twitter.com/lkhow2hkdW
– Furqan👑🖤 (@furqan_ashfaq77) January 11, 2025
Matthew Short smashes a ton against the Brisbane Heat
LIVE Score: https://t.co/KD274tJPKJ#cricket #ASvBH #BBL14 #BBL #T20 #MatthewShort #CricketTwitter pic.twitter.com/VoQMxLVOy4
– CricketTimes.com (@CricketTimesHQ) January 11, 2025
MORE AND SHORT MATHS.!!!
– Played 109 runs from 54 balls including 10 fours and 7 sixes against Brisbane heat in BBL brilliant knock by Matt short ..!! pic.twitter.com/3z4wmgQaUx
– MANU. (@Manojy9812) January 11, 2025
I am very happy with Matthew Short's batting.
A perfect century—the white team and all the power together. pic.twitter.com/QnQBTFvsWo
– Raisul Rifat (@raisul_rifat88) January 11, 2025