West Indies opener Brandon King showcased his batting brilliance during the second match against Bangladesh of the three-match ODI series at Warner Park, Bass𓆏eterre, St. Kitts. One of the major highlights of his innings was a towering🏅 six that left spectators in awe, demonstrating his commanding form.
A mighty maximum from Brandon King
In the 25th over of the West Indies innings, King produced a jaw-dropping moment. Facing Bangladesh’s right-arm medium-fast bowler Tanzim Hasan Sakib, King stepped down the pitch, met the ball on a good length, and sent it soaring over long-off for a massive six. ⭕The ball struck the rooftop of the stadium, a testament to the sheer power and precision of his shot. It was a straight hit, executed with perfection, and received resounding applause from the crowd.
Here is the video:
Very far & very straight!💥
King nails it for a maximum!6️⃣ |
— Windies Cricket (@windiescricket)
King’s breathtaking six was just one highlight of his outstanding innings. The 29-year-old batter played a pivotal role in the West Indies’ chase, scoring an impressive 82 runs off just 72 balls. His innings included eight fours and three towering sixes, propelling his strike rate to a commendable 107.89. His performance underlined his importance to the team and showcased his ability to anchor the innings while playing aggressive cricket.
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Jayden Seales: The unsung hero
Earlier in the day, Bangladesh, opting to bat first, struggled to build substantial partnerships and were bowled out for 227 in 45.5 overs. Bangladesh all-rounder Mahmudullah was the lone bright spot for the visitors, scoring a resilient half-century. The West Indies bowlers, led by the sensational Jayden Seales, kept the Bangladesh𒊎i batting in check. Seales delivered a match-winning spell, taking 4 wickets and putting the vis♑itors on the back foot.
Chasing a target of 228, the West Indies batters displayed composure and aggression, reaching the target in just 36.5 overs with seven wickets in hand. While King’꧂s batting stole the show, i🥃t was Seales who emerged as the Player of the Match for his exceptional bowling performance.
