In a thrilling display of power hitting, Kieron Pollard once again proved why he is considered one of the most formidable batsmen in the world. During a recent match in The Hundred, Pollard took on the challenge of facing Rashid Khan, one of the best bowlers in the format, and emerged victorious in spectacular fashion. The Southern Brave star smashed five consecutive sixes off Rashid Khan, leaving fans and commentators in awe
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The match between Southern Brave and Trent Rockets at the Utilita Bowl was already a highly anticipated encounter, but Pollard’s explosive performance took it to another level. Southern Brave needed a strong finish to chase down the target set by Trent Rockets, and Pollard delivered just that. After a slow start, where he struggled to find his rhythm and was at 6 runs off 14 balls, Pollard unleashed his fury on Rashid Khan in the 18th over
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Pollard’s assault began with a massive six over cow corner, followed by another towering hit over long-off. The third six was a straight hit over the bowler’s head, and the fourth sailed over deep midwicket. The fifth and final six of the over was another powerful shot over long-on, completing a remarkable sequence that left the crowd and viewers around the world stunned
Social media erupted with reactions from fans and cricket pundits alike. Hashtags like #PollardTheBeast and #TheHundred trended as fans shared clips of the incredible over. One fan tweeted, “Kieron Pollard is an absolute beast! Five sixes in a row off Rashid Khan! Unbelievable!” Another fan wrote, “Pollard just reminded everyone why he’s one of the greatest T20 players ever. What a performance!”
After the match, Pollard was named Player of the Match for his match-winning knock. In his post-match interview, he said, “I had to make a play at some point. I was really slow to start but I didn’t think it was a pitch where you could just come in and hit the ball, so I had to really try and calculate and pick my bowler. I’ve played against Rash a lot and he’s got me out a lot of times so I had to see what was happening but I knew the sort of line and length he was going to bowl. If he bowled full I was going to back my strength which is hitting straight and he bowled three fuller balls and it was right in my arc. I couldn’t stop at that point in time, I had to get maximum. Rash is a world-class bowler but this was just one of the days where I took victory”
Pollard’s performance has not only boosted Southern Brave’s chances in The Hundred but has also added to the excitement and entertainment value of the tournament. The Hundred, known for its fast-paced and innovative format, has seen many thrilling moments, but Pollard’s five consecutive sixes will undoubtedly be remembered as one of the highlights of the season.
Kieron Pollard’s incredible feat of hitting five consecutive sixes off Rashid Khan is a testament to his skill, power, and experience. It serves as a reminder of why he is considered one of the most dangerous batsmen in the world. As The Hundred continues to captivate cricket fans, moments like these ensure that the tournament remains a must-watch event.
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