Sydney Thunder's Adam Milne amazes fans with Jimmy Anderson-style bowling action: WATCH
Sydney Thunder's pacer Adam Milne starred in his side's win over Perth Scorchers, during which he also entertained fans through his James Anderson-style action.
Sydney Thunder pipped Perth Scorchers by 7 wickets at Canberra’s Manuka Oval on Tuesday, December 22. Thunder captain Callum Ferguson was adjudged as ‘Player of the Match’ for his run-chase brilliance in the evening. Among the bowlers, Sydney Thunder’s New Zealand import Adam Milne starred with the ball, conceding just 17 runs from his four overs.
BBL 2020: Sydney Thunder jump to top four in BBL points table with latest win
BBL 2020: Adam Milne replicates James Anderson, entertains fans
Sydney Thunder fast bowler Adam Milne not only entertained Australian crowds with his tight-bowling spell against Perth Scorchers, but also amazed them by replicating the bowling action of their Ashes rival James Anderson. Anderson, the world’s highest wicket-taker in Test cricket, is known for his fluent bowling action. Cricket.com.au even shared a side-by-side comparison of the two bowlers on their social media accounts.
A look at Adam Milne and James Anderson’s bowling styles in tandem, watch video
Also Read | BBL 2020: Warne, Ponting Call Out Brisbane Heat's Death Bowling As 'most Horrific Of All'
Adam Milne stars in Sydney Thunder win
Adam Milne bowled out his quota of four overs. While he remained wicketless throughout the innings, he managed to keep down the scoring rate by giving away just 17 runs. He was ably assisted by Daniel Sams, Nathan McAndrew, Ben Cutting and Tanveer Sangha, all of whom accounted for a wicket each in their spells.
BBL 2020: BBL points table after Sydney Thunder’ dominant win
The Sydney Thunder jumped to No.4 on the BBL points table after their win in the 12th match of the ongoing competition. So far, they have played three matches to register two wins and a defeat. Hobart Hurricanes continue their stay at the top with 11 points from their four games. The Hurricanes are followed by Melbourne Stars at No. 2 and Sydney Sixers at No. 3 in the points table.
Adelaide Strikers and Melbourne Renegades occupy the next two spots with a win each from their three BBL 2020 matches. Meanwhile, Perth Scorchers remain at No. 7 with their latest defeat to Thunder, thus marking their second loss from three games. The Chris Lynn-led Brisbane Heat side is yet to open their account after two matches.
Image source: BBL Twitter and AP
Published By : Aakash Saini
Published On: 22 December 2020 at 17:51 IST