[Watch] Glenn Maxwell Plays Shot of the Season with Reverse-Lap Six in BBL 2024-25

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Glenn Maxwell once again reminded cricket fans why he is one of the most inventive batters in the game today. Known for his audacious stroke play and unorthodox shots, the Australian star pulled off an outrageous reverse-lap six during the Melbourne Derby between the Melbourne Stars and the Melbourne Renegades in the ongoing Big Bash League (BBL) 2024-25.

The shot left fans and commentators stunned, drawing comparisons to a similar stroke played recently by Sam Konstas against Jasprit Bumrah.

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In a thrilling run chase, the Melbourne Stars were cruising towards the 169-run target set by the Renegades, thanks to stellar knocks from Ben Duckett (67 off 49) and Marcus Stoinis (48 off 35). With just a few runs left to seal the victory, Maxwell walked in and delivered the kind of entertainment he is famous for. Among the shots he played, one stood out—a jaw-dropping reverse-lap six over third man.

The moment came when Gurinder Sandhu bowled a length delivery on the middle stump. Maxwell, anticipating the length early, switched his stance mid-delivery and executed a reverse-lap with incredible precision.

The ball went over the boundary at third man, leaving the bowler and fielders utterly helpless. The audacity and skill required to pull off such a shot reminded fans of Australian prodigy Sam Konstas, who had recently played an identical shot against India’s pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah.

The Melbourne Stars had been in trouble earlier in the match, losing Thomas Rogers and Sam Harper cheaply. However, a brilliant 83-run partnership between Duckett and Stoinis brought the Stars back into the contest.

Despite both batters falling during the Power Surge, Maxwell and Hilton Cartwright kept their cool to guide the team home. Cartwright’s massive 121-meter six and Maxwell’s outrageous reverse-lap were the highlights of a match that saw the Stars secure a five-wicket win with two balls to spare.

For the Renegades, Jacob Bethell (49 off 38) and Jonathan Wells (46 off 37) fought valiantly to post a respectable total of 168 after a top-order collapse. However, their efforts weren’t enough to stop a resurgent Stars lineup from chasing down the target.

Maxwell’s unbelievable shot has added yet another chapter to his long list of innovative strokes in the T20 format. Fans and experts alike were left in awe of the skill, creativity, and audacity required to execute such a hit under pressure.

The win not only keeps the Stars alive in the tournament but also provides their fans with unforgettable moments, including Maxwell’s mind-boggling six, which will be replayed for years to come.

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