‘That’s huge’: Tim David goes berserk, makes cricket history

‘That’s huge’: Tim David Makes Cricket History

Tim David smashed the longest six in T20 International history, helping Australia reach a strong total of 186 in the third T20 match against India in Hobart on Sunday night.

Match Overview

After the first T20 was washed out in Canberra, Australia took a 1-0 lead in the five-match series with a four-wicket victory at the MCG on Friday.

Tim David’s Explosive Performance

Following the early dismissals of Travis Head and Josh Inglis in Hobart, Tim David came to the crease and dominated India’s bowlers at Bellerive Oval. He reached a rapid 50 off 23 balls, showcasing aggressive and confident batting.

Record-Breaking Six

David launched a massive six off the Indian spinner Axar Patel that was soaring in the air and appeared destined to clear the stadium.

“That’s coming into the commentary box! It was nearly in the Derwent (River)!" – Fox Cricket’s Mark Howard

The ball traveled 129 metres before hitting the Ninja Stadium sign atop the David Boon Stand. This distance marks the longest six ever recorded in T20 internationals and the biggest six recorded by Fox Cricket’s statisticians.

Broadcast Details

The Australia vs India T20I Series can be watched live, ad-break free, on FOX CRICKET via Kayo Sports.

“The 129m figure is the distance Fox Cricket’s statisticians calculated the ball would have travelled had it not hit the stadium sign.”

Author’s summary: Tim David’s record-breaking six of 129 metres set a historic benchmark in T20 cricket, powering Australia in the series against India.

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