In an electrifying match in The Hundred, Kieron Pollard showcased his explosive batting by hitting five consecutive sixes off Rashid Khan, leading Southern Brave to a thrilling victory over Trent Rockets. The game, held at the Rose Bowl in Southampton, saw Southern Brave chase down a target of 127 runs, winning with just one ball to spare.
Pollard’s fireworks came when his team was in a tough spot at 78 for 6, needing 49 runs from the last 20 balls. After a slow start, he turned the game around in spectacular fashion. Facing Rashid Khan, who had been effective with his bowling, Pollard launched into action. He started with a massive six over cow corner, followed by another over long-off, and continued to dominate with three more sixes, leaving the crowd in awe.
Kieron Pollard hitting FIVE SIXES IN A ROW! 😱#TheHundred | #RoadToTheEliminator pic.twitter.com/WGIgPFRJAP
— The Hundred (@thehundred) August 10, 2024
His innings of 45 runs off just 23 balls earned him the Player of the Match award. Pollard later expressed his strategy, acknowledging Rashid’s talent but emphasizing the need to seize scoring opportunities.
With this victory, Southern Brave moved up to second place in the league standings, while Trent Rockets slipped to fourth. Pollard’s remarkable achievement of hitting five sixes in a row further cements his status as one of the most dangerous hitters in T20 cricket.
