Steve Smith’s Stellar 121* Knock Revisited By Sydney Sixers
Franchise shares throwback to Aussie star's brilliant unbeaten century in memorable BBL match
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The Sydney Sixers have taken fans on a nostalgic journey by sharing a memorable highlight from their rich Big Bash League history. In a recent Instagram post, the franchise celebrated Australian cricket star Steve “Smudge” Smith’s remarkable unbeaten century in the domestic T20 competition.
“The day Smudge scored 121*,” the Sixers captioned their post, accompanied by the hashtag #sixers. The post features footage of Smith in action, displaying his trademark batting technique that has made him one of the world’s premier batsmen across all formats.
Smith’s Spectacular Innings
The innings highlighted by the Sixers remains one of the most impressive individual performances in the team’s history. Smith, affectionately known as “Smudge” to teammates and fans alike, demonstrated his exceptional skill and adaptability in the T20 format with this knock.
While primarily celebrated for his Test match brilliance, this innings showcased Smith’s versatility across all formats of cricket. His unbeaten 121 featured his characteristic unorthodox technique alongside powerful stroke play suited to the shorter format.
Sydney Sixers: A BBL Powerhouse
The Sydney Sixers have established themselves as one of the most successful franchises in Big Bash League history. The team represents the city of Sydney in Australia’s premier T20 cricket competition, wearing the traditional light magenta color.
Founded in 2011, the Sixers have claimed three BBL championships and have consistently produced elite Australian and international talent. The franchise plays its home games at the iconic Sydney Cricket Ground and has built a reputation for excellence in the competition.
Recent Team Developments
The Sixers have been active on social media recently, sharing several important team updates. They recently announced securing the first pick in the upcoming WBBL11 draft, while also locking in the sixth pick for the BBL15 draft. This strategic positioning will allow them to potentially acquire top talent for both their men’s and women’s teams.
In player retention news, Elsa Hunter has signed on for another two seasons with the franchise, strengthening their women’s team roster. The Sixers shared a playful video of Hunter’s “morning routine” before signing her new deal, showing the lighter side of professional cricket.
Player Recognition
The franchise has recently honored several standout performers from their squads. Jordan Silk was named the Sixers Player of the Tournament for BBL14, recognized for being “classy, consistent, clutch” throughout the season.
On the women’s side, captain Alyssa Healy (referred to as “Pez”) was awarded the WBBL Sixers Player of the Tournament for the second consecutive year, highlighting her importance to the team.
The Sixers also congratulated a trio of their women’s team stars – Alyssa Healy, Ellyse Perry, and Ash Gardner – on earning Cricket Australia contracts for the 2025/26 season, further cementing the franchise’s reputation for developing and retaining elite talent.
Community Engagement
Beyond on-field activities, the Sixers remain committed to grassroots cricket development. Their Sydney Sixers T20 Youth Camp for the upcoming school holidays has completely sold out, demonstrating the strong connection between the franchise and young cricket enthusiasts in the region. The team has already announced plans to return with another camp during the July school holidays.
Smith’s century, highlighted in the recent social media post, represents the standard of excellence the franchise continues to uphold both on and off the field. As the Sixers prepare for upcoming BBL and WBBL seasons, fans can reflect on spectacular performances like Smith’s 121* while anticipating future memorable moments from the magenta team.
The celebration of Smith’s innings serves as a reminder of the impact star players have had on the franchise’s success story throughout its history in Australia’s premier T20 competition.
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