Twitter Reactions: Stars triumph over Renegades as Ben Duckett shines in Melbourne BBL 2024-25 derby
The much-anticipated Melbourne Derby took place at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) on January 4, 2025, as Melbourne Stars faced with Melbourne Renegades in the 23rd game Big Bash League (BBL) 2024-25 season. The match was marked by an exciting game from Ben Duckettwhose explosive innings led the Stars to a 5-wicket win, securing their second win of the season.
The Melbourne Renegades are struggling with the willow
Winning the toss, the Melbourne Stars opted to bowl first, a decision that would prove crucial as they looked to limit their opponents. The MCG, known for its lively atmosphere and challenging pitch conditions, set the stage for an exciting encounter. The Renegades, batting first, managed a total of 168 runs for 7 wickets in their allotted 20 overs, setting a target of 169 runs for the Stars.
The Renegades’ innings got off to a shaky start. They lost their first wicket early Josh Brown was dismissed for just 6 runs. Jake Fraser-McGurk and Tim Seifert followed suit, leaving the team struggling at 53 for 3. However, Jacob Bethell and Jonathan Wells he anchored the innings with a partnership that brought some stability. Bethell scored a commendable 49 runs off 36 balls while Wells contributed 45 runs off 31 balls.
The late wave from Laurie Evanswho scored 24 runs off just 11 balls, helped the Renegades to a competitive total, but it was clear they left room for improvement. Joel Paris was the best bowler, taking 2 wickets for 23 runs, displaying a disciplined bowling performance that kept the Renegades in check throughout their innings.
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Brilliant display from Ben Duckett in the Melbourne Stars innings
Chasing 169 runs, Stars also faced early setbacks. They lost Thomas Rogers and Sam Harper quickly, leaving them at a precarious 3 for 2. However, Duckett’s arrival at the crease changed the momentum of the game. He played an aggressive knock of 67 runs off 49 balls, hitting four boundaries and three sixes. His ability to rotate the strike and find boundaries at crucial times was instrumental in guiding his team to victory.
Duckett received valuable support from Marcus Stoinis and Hilton Cartwright. Stoinis scored 48 runs off 35 balls, while Cartwright remained unbeaten on 24 runs off just 12 balls, ensuring Stars crossed the mark with two balls to spare. The partnership between Duckett and Stoinis was particularly important as they built a solid foundation after the fall of early wickets. Gurinder Sandhu He proved to be a lone warrior, taking 3 wickets for 29 runs in his four overs against Renegades who showed resilience.
The match ended in a 5-wicket triumph for the Melbourne Stars, marking a landmark victory that could rejuvenate their season. Duckett’s performance earned him the man of the match award, highlighting his key role in this derby.
Here’s how Twitter responded:
3rd half century for Ben Duckett in this BBL season. 👌#Avisha#GrandeFratello #StarAcademyLeLive #LingOrm #DailynewsAwards2024 #Winter is ahead of us #영다 #BamBam #IRENE #Art #DailynewsAwards2024xLMSY pic.twitter.com/tcukW8khwB
— cricket fan 🇮🇳🧢 (@I_am_Unkar007) January 4, 2025
Most fifties in BBL 2024-25
– Ben Duckett: 3 fifties
– Finn Allen : 2 fifties
– Cooper Connolly : 2 Fifties
– Dan Lawrence : 1 Fifties
– Sam Konstas : 1 Fifties pic.twitter.com/nJ0aTXIxGf— Akshay Tadvi 🇮🇳 (@AkshayTadvi28) January 4, 2025
Magnificent again from Ben Duckett 👏 pic.twitter.com/1wDD3X3hrM
— Melbourne Stars (@StarsBBL) January 4, 2025
Ben Duckett is such a smart cricketer!#BBL14 #green3E pic.twitter.com/qI5jAEIdTq
— Ritu Jaipur (@Ritukd31) January 4, 2025
Melbourne is our baby, Up the stars 💚🌟 #bbl14 https://t.co/MwuAZxuUnG
— Patrick Malone 🤎💛 (@pattymalone2000) January 4, 2025
2nd win of the season for Melbourne Stars 🏏#Cricket #BigBashLeague #MelbourneStars #BBL14 pic.twitter.com/vyXYL6tQih
— CricketTimes.com (@CricketTimesHQ) January 4, 2025
That 121m monster goal by Cartwright sealed the deal for the Stars in the Melbourne derby.#BBL14 #MelbourneDerby #MSvsMR
— Priyank (@Priyank_Gaurav) January 4, 2025
Remember that it is not pronounced Ben Duckett but Douquet
##BBL14 pic.twitter.com/tirNO2RGhr
– Jason Ford (@TheFordFactor) January 4, 2025
Disappointing result tonight. #BBL14 #GETONRED pic.twitter.com/mLugjx4bq3
— Melbourne Renegades (@RenegadesBBL) January 4, 2025
Melbourne Stars won by 5 Wickets. Fantastic Spell Joel Paris 2/23. Excellent knock by Ben Duckett 67(49)[Player of the Match]. Well played Marcus Stoinis 48(35).@ZvijezdeBBL #BBL14 #MSvMR @BenDuckett1 @MStoinis
— JaayShaan (VaidhyaJayaShankar) (@JaayShaan) January 4, 2025
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