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Edwards' One-Handed Spectacle Seals BBL Final!
25 Jan
Summary
- Jack Edwards took a one-handed catch to dismiss Finn Allen.
- The Sydney Sixers scored 132 runs batting first.
- Jhye Richardson and David Payne took three wickets each.
In the Big Bash League 2025-26 Final, the Perth Scorchers emerged victorious over the Sydney Sixers. The match, held at Optus Stadium, was highlighted by a spectacular one-handed catch from the Sixers' Jack Edwards, who dismissed the aggressive opener Finn Allen. Allen was on a roll, scoring 36 runs off 22 balls and forming a significant partnership with captain Mitchell Marsh.
Earlier in the game, the Sydney Sixers struggled with their batting, managing to score only 132 runs. Key contributions to restricting the Sixers came from bowlers Jhye Richardson and David Payne, who were instrumental in taking three wickets each. The Scorchers successfully chased the target of 133, securing the championship title.
