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‘Aakhir wo din aa hi gaya’ – Fans react as Brisbane Heat beat Sydney Sixers by 54 runs in finals to clinch BBL 13 title

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Brisbane Heat beat Sydney Sixers

Brisbane Heat emerged victorious in the BBL 2023/24 finals, claiming the championship title after a dominating performance against the Sydney Sixers. The final match played on away turf, turned out to be a one-sided affair, with Brisbane Heat showcasing their dominance.

Opting to bat first, Brisbane Heat posted a competitive total of 166 runs for the loss of 8 wickets in their allotted 20 overs. Josh Brown played a crucial inning, contributing 53 runs at a brisk strike rate of 139.47. McSweeney (33) also made valuable contributions, ensuring a solid foundation for the team. Meanwhile, Matt Renshaw’s quick 40-run knock further bolstered the total. The Sixers bowlers, especially Sean Abbott, have been phenomenal, as he picked up four wickets.

In the chase, the Sydney Sixers struggled right from the beginning, losing key wickets early in the innings. Daniel Hughes fell in the first over, and Jack Edwards was dismissed by Spencer Johnson after he scored 16 runs. Despite a decent partnership between Moises Henriques (25) and Josh Philippe (23), the Sixers’ innings took a downturn, with Johnson returning to pick up two more crucial wickets.

Xavier Bartlett also rocked for the Brisbane Heat

Xavier Bartlett and Paul Walter also chipped in with wickets, leaving the Sixers reeling. The middle order failed to make substantial contributions, and the team was eventually bowled out for 112 runs in 17.3 overs. The comprehensive 54-run win for the Brisbane Heat was highlighted by Spencer Johnson’s impactful bowling performance, securing four crucial wickets.

The victory marked a memorable moment for the Heat, who displayed an all-around team effort in both batting and bowling. The match concluded with the Sixers falling short in their pursuit and the Brisbane Heat celebrating their triumph in the BBL 2023–24 season. The post-match presentations were eagerly awaited as Brisbane Heat players and management savoured their well-deserved championship victory.

Here is how fans react to the Brisbane Heat’s victory:

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