[Watch] Sam Billings Loses Cool, Hits Stumps in Frustration After Getting Bowled by Riley Meredith in BBL Final

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The Big Bash League (BBL) 2024/25 final between Hobart Hurricanes and Sydney Thunder continued to thrill fans at the Bellerive Oval. After a solid start by Sydney Thunder, Sam Billings looked set to provide the finishing touch with a quick cameo. However, Riley Meredith’s fiery yorker brought an abrupt end to his innings, leaving the batter frustrated.

It was the second ball of the 15th over when Riley Meredith returned to the attack. With the crowd roaring in support, the Hurricanes pacer delivered a perfect yorker at searing pace. The ball was full, fast, and swung in slightly, aiming straight for the base of the stumps.

Billings, who was on 20 from 14 balls, attempted to make room and dig it out but missed it entirely. The ball crashed into the stumps, leaving the batter stunned. Frustrated by the dismissal, Billings swung the bat in anger. This breakthrough was crucial for the Hurricanes as it halted Sydney Thunder’s momentum during the death overs.

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Match Situation After Billings’ Dismissal

At the end of the 18th over, Sydney Thunder were 166 for 4, with Oliver Davies batting on 25 off 15 balls and Chris Green on 5 from 4 balls. Earlier, Jason Sangha scored a vital 67 runs from 42 balls, while David Warner contributed 48 off 32.

Meredith’s bowling figures stood at 3 overs, 1 wicket for 25 runs. Nathan Ellis was the standout bowler for the Hurricanes with 3 wickets for just 23 runs in his 4 overs.

With two overs left, Sydney Thunder will need their lower order to finish strongly, while Hobart Hurricanes will aim to keep things tight and restrict them to a chaseable total.

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