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Sixers Skipper's Flying Catch Stuns Thunder
16 Jan
Summary
- Moises Henriques took a spectacular diving catch to dismiss Matthew Gilkes.
- David Warner scored a rapid half-century off just 25 balls.
- Sydney Thunder reached 83/2 by the 10-over drinks break.
On January 16, 2026, the Sydney Sixers captain Moises Henriques executed a stunning full-length dive to dismiss Matthew Gilkes, marking Mitchell Starc's first BBL wicket in over a decade. This spectacular catch occurred in the 6th over of the BBL|15 match at the Sydney Cricket Ground, momentarily halting the Sydney Thunder's momentum.
Despite the early wicket, David Warner ignited the Thunder's innings, achieving a rapid half-century in just 25 deliveries. The opening partnership secured a quick 50 runs, and by the 10-over drinks break, Sydney Thunder were well-placed at 83/2, indicating they were targeting a score exceeding 170.
With a flat SCG pitch, the Sixers, despite tight bowling from Sean Abbott and Starc's economical spell, will require further fielding heroics. The presence of Sam Billings alongside Warner suggests the Thunder are aiming for a formidable total, setting up an intriguing second half of the match.
