[Watch] Hilton Cartwright Hits Virat Kohli-Style 121-Meter Six Off Tom Rogers to Stun MCG Crowd

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The Melbourne Stars claimed a memorable five-wicket victory in the Melbourne Derby against the Melbourne Renegades at the MCG, but the defining moment of the match was Hilton Cartwright’s gargantuan 121-meter six off Tom Rogers in the final over. The massive hit not only left the crowd in awe but also turned the tide decisively in favor of the Stars.

With 10 runs needed off the last over, Tom Rogers was handed the ball to defend the target for the Renegades. The pressure was palpable, and the Stars relied on Cartwright and Glenn Maxwell to see them home. After a single off the first delivery and another off the second, the equation came down to 8 runs required off 4 balls. That’s when Hilton Cartwright produced a moment of magic.

Facing a half-volley outside off, Cartwright stayed deep in his crease and unleashed a ferocious lofted shot over long-on. The ball soared into the night sky and disappeared into the top tier of the stands, a monstrous 121 meters away. The MCG erupted as Stars fans jumped to their feet, cheering wildly for what was undoubtedly one of the biggest sixes of the BBL season. Even Cartwright himself seemed momentarily stunned, his mouth forming an “O” as he watched the ball vanish into the upper reaches of the stadium.

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The six shifted all the momentum to the Stars, leaving them needing just two runs from three balls. Cartwright then sealed the match in style on the very next delivery, pulling a short ball wide of deep square leg for a boundary. The Stars completed their chase of 169 with two balls to spare, and Cartwright and Maxwell embraced amid roaring celebrations.

Earlier in the match, the Stars had been in deep trouble at 3/2 after a shaky start to the run chase. However, Ben Duckett (67 off 49) and Marcus Stoinis (48 off 35) resurrected the innings with an 83-run stand. Despite losing both batters during the Power Surge, the Stars kept their composure. Maxwell’s quick cameo and Cartwright’s finishing heroics ensured their team stayed alive in the tournament.

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