Hold onto your hats, cricket fans! Steve Smith just rewrote the record books in a single, electrifying over. We're talking about a performance so stunning, it left everyone, including his teammate David Warner, in the dust. But how did he do it?
On January 17, 2026, the Sydney Sixers faced off against the Sydney Thunder. David Warner, fresh off a blistering innings of 110 not out off 65 balls, set a target of 190 for the Sixers. Little did he know, his teammate, Steve Smith, was about to unleash a batting masterclass.
Smith's response? A breathtaking 41-ball century, shattering records and leaving spectators in awe. He smashed 100 runs, including five fours and a whopping nine sixes. But the real fireworks came in one unforgettable over.
Six balls, 32 runs. That's right, Smith blazed his way to a Big Bash League (BBL) record by scoring an astounding 32 runs in a single over. He targeted bowler Ryan Hadley, hitting four consecutive sixes in a display of pure power and precision. He also launched a 107-meter six off Nathan McAndrew.
"We knew we had to go hard from the outset because Davey played a beautiful knock," Smith explained, acknowledging Warner's earlier dominance. He also mentioned that he aimed to hit towards the members' stand.
Warner, despite his impressive performance, was overshadowed by Smith's incredible feat. Battling a knee injury, Warner still managed to score a fourth consecutive 50, showcasing his resilience.
Smith's partnership with Babar Azam, who scored 47 off 39, set the stage for this historic moment. Smith's eventual dismissal, stumped by Sam Billings, briefly gave the Thunder a glimmer of hope. However, Jack Edwards sealed the deal for the Sixers, hitting a six to secure the victory with 16 balls to spare.
The Sixers climbed to fourth place, with a chance to secure a finals berth by defeating the Brisbane Heat.
But here's where it gets controversial... Did Smith's performance diminish Warner's achievement? Was the power surge strategy a game-changer? What do you think about Smith's record-breaking over? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
