Son’s Six, Father’s Catch: Rare Moment in BBL Goes Viral

Cricket often delivers unexpected and memorable moments beyond the game itself. One such rare incident occurred during the ongoing Big Bash League (BBL) in Australia, where a father caught a six hit off his son’s bowling. This extraordinary event happened during the match between Adelaide Strikers and Brisbane Heat on Saturday.

In the game, Brisbane Heat was chasing a massive target of 252 runs set by the Adelaide Strikers. While Liam Hasket, the pacer from Adelaide Strikers, was bowling, Brisbane Heat batter Nathan McSweeney smashed a powerful six. The ball flew into the stands, where it landed directly in the hands of Hasket’s father, who was watching the match live. This remarkable moment, where the bowler’s father caught the six hit off his son’s delivery, was captured on camera and quickly went viral on social media.

As for the match itself, Adelaide Strikers delivered an impressive performance. Batting first, the team scored a formidable total of 251 runs for the loss of five wickets in the allotted 20 overs. Matthew Short played a crucial role, scoring a stunning 109 runs and emerging as the top scorer of the match.

In response, Brisbane Heat’s batsmen put up a spirited fight but ultimately fell short. Despite their efforts, they were bowled out for 195 runs, giving Adelaide Strikers a convincing victory.

While Adelaide Strikers’ dominant performance earned them the win, the viral father-son moment became the highlight of the match, capturing the attention and delight of cricket fans worldwide.