BBL: Sydney Thunder assistant coach Daniel Christian plays brisk cameo, picks wicket as replacement player
3 days, 3 hours ago

BBL: Sydney Thunder assistant coach Daniel Christian plays brisk cameo, picks wicket as replacement player

The Hindu  

Sydney Thunder’s 41-year-old assistant coach Dan Christian smashed an unbeaten 15-ball 23 and also picked a wicket during a Big Bash League match against Brisbane Heat on Monday. Playing his first BBL match since the 2022-23 semifinal at the Sydney Cricket Ground, Christian came to bat at No. Sydney Thunder went on to lose the match by five as Brisbane Heat overhauled the 174-run target with seven balls to spare. “I’m fully committed to my coaching role with the team and have really enjoyed working with the squad we have here at Sydney Thunder for BBL 14.

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THU vs HUR, BBL Dream11 prediction: Best fantasy picks for Sydney Thunder vs Hobart Hurricanes match in Sydney
1 day, 14 hours ago

THU vs HUR, BBL Dream11 prediction: Best fantasy picks for Sydney Thunder vs Hobart Hurricanes match in Sydney

India TV News  

Hobart Hurricanes have been in red-hot form and Tim David hitting his straps was probably the last piece of the puzzle that was remaining to get fit and the Men in Purple got that in their last game against the Adelaide Strikers. The Hurricanes take on the Sydney Thunder, another in-form side, that suffered a blip against the Brisbane Heat …

Sydney Thunder call in 41-year-old assistant coach, ex-RCB all-rounder, as replacement player for BBL
3 days, 14 hours ago

Sydney Thunder call in 41-year-old assistant coach, ex-RCB all-rounder, as replacement player for BBL

India TV News  

Sydney Thunder after being rocked by a couple of injuries together, had to think on their feet and decided to call back a T20 superstar Daniel Christian back into the mix from the retirement for the rest of the Big Bash League. Thunder, who were already dealing with the absence of the two Sanghas - Tanveer and Jason - due …

Watch: Assistant coach Dan Christian hits massive six in Big Bash League
3 days, 14 hours ago

Watch: Assistant coach Dan Christian hits massive six in Big Bash League

India Today  

Dan Christian, the 41-year-old cricket veteran, made a remarkable return to the Big Bash League in Sydney Thunder’s clash against Brisbane Heat, reigniting memories of his glorious playing days. #BBL14 pic.twitter.com/ZgbVIt9yeC — KFC Big Bash League January 6, 2025 Christian, considered a T20 specialist with 409 matches for 18 teams across six countries, was a natural choice as a replacement …

Sydney Thunder assistant coach named replacement player amid mounting injury toll in BBL 14
4 days, 2 hours ago

Sydney Thunder assistant coach named replacement player amid mounting injury toll in BBL 14

The Hindu  

Dan Christian, Sydney Thunder’s 41-year-old assistant coach for the past two seasons, has been added to the squad as a replacement player amid an ever-increasing list of injuries. Trent Copeland, Thunder General Manager, said: “We’re very fortunate to have Dan already within the club. We can’t wait to see him jump back into this environment and make an impact.” Sydney …

Video: Daniel Sams, Cameron Bancroft hospitalised after nasty collision in BBL
6 days, 14 hours ago

Video: Daniel Sams, Cameron Bancroft hospitalised after nasty collision in BBL

India Today  

In a shocking incident during the Big Bash League match between the Sydney Thunder and Perth Scorchers at Optus Stadium in Perth on January 3, Australian cricketers Daniel Sams and Cameron Bancroft were involved in a severe on-field collision. The collision occurred in the 16th over of the Scorchers' innings when both players, focusing solely on a high ball struck …

Sam Konstas' fastest fifty for Sydney Thunder, Daniel Sams' 31 runs in one over set the ball rolling in BBL
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Sam Konstas' fastest fifty for Sydney Thunder, Daniel Sams' 31 runs in one over set the ball rolling in BBL

Hindustan Times  

Sam Konstas, the right-handed batter who is looking to earn an Australia Test call-up for the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy, is setting the stage on fire as he made his Big Bash League debut for Sydney Thunder on Tuesday. Konstas played a knock of 56 runs off 27 balls as he helped Sydney Thunder chase down a target of 183 against …

BBL: Toss done twice as bat lands on edge in Sydney Thunder vs Brisbane Heat match; see video
1 year ago

BBL: Toss done twice as bat lands on edge in Sydney Thunder vs Brisbane Heat match; see video

Firstpost  

The Big Bash League fixture between Sydney Thunder and Brisbane Heat got off to an unusual start on Tuesday with the bat flip toss, unique to the league, having to be done all over again. In an unexpected turn of events, the toss had to be done twice before the start of the Sydney Thunder vs Brisbane Heat match in …

Former Australia Test captain Tim Paine takes up coaching role, to join Adelaide Strikers in BBL
1 year, 4 months ago

Former Australia Test captain Tim Paine takes up coaching role, to join Adelaide Strikers in BBL

India TV News  

Former Australia Test captain Tim Paine is set to make his comeback on the cricket field, this time as a coach. The head coach Adelaide Strikers Jason Gillespie was delighted with Paine's signing and felt that his experience will come in handy for the players in the squad. The General Manager of Strikers, Tim Nielsen, was also happy that Tim …

Australia T20 veteran Dan Christian to retire after ongoing BBL
1 year, 11 months ago

Australia T20 veteran Dan Christian to retire after ongoing BBL

The Hindu  

Australia's most experienced T20 cricketer Dan Christian has announced that the ongoing Big Bash League will be his last tournament, calling it quits on a glittering career spanning 17 years. "Yesterday at training I told by Sydney Sixers teammates that I'll be retiring from playing at the end of the BBL season," the pace-bowling all-rounder, who will turn 40 in …

Dan Christian, Australian T20 veteran, to retire after ongoing season of BBL
1 year, 11 months ago

Dan Christian, Australian T20 veteran, to retire after ongoing season of BBL

Firstpost  

Dan Christian has amassed 5809 runs and bagged 280 wickets from 405 T20s for 18 different teams, including at international level and in seven separate competitions. Sydney: Australia’s most experienced T20 cricketer Dan Christian has announced that the ongoing Big Bash League will be his last tournament, calling it quits on a glittering career spanning 17 years. Christian has amassed …

Dan Christian to retire after ongoing BBL
1 year, 11 months ago

Dan Christian to retire after ongoing BBL

The Hindu  

Australia’s most experienced T20 cricketer Dan Christian has announced that the ongoing Big Bash League will be his last tournament, calling it quits on a glittering career spanning 17 years. Christian has amassed 5809 runs and bagged 280 wickets from 405 T20s for 18 different teams, including Australia and in seven separate competitions. Sydney Sixers have four more matches remaining …

BBL 2022-23: That was quick, says shocked Peter Siddle after Adelaide Strikers bowl Sydney Thunder out for 15
2 years ago

BBL 2022-23: That was quick, says shocked Peter Siddle after Adelaide Strikers bowl Sydney Thunder out for 15

India Today  

Adelaide Strikers’ skipper Peter Siddle was in absolute disbelief after his team defeated Sydney Thunder by 124 runs in Match No.5 of the Big Bash League 2022-23. On Friday, December 16, the Strikers bowled the Thunder out for 15 in 5.5 overs at the Sydney Showground Stadium. Siddle, who didn’t bowl a single ball in the entire match, was astonished …

BBL 10: Adam Zampa suspended for one match over audible obscenity - Cricket News - Sportstar
4 years ago

BBL 10: Adam Zampa suspended for one match over audible obscenity - Cricket News - Sportstar

The Hindu  

Melbourne Stars spinner Adam Zampa has been suspended for one Big Bash League match after he accepted a charge for an audible obscenity during his team's match against the Sydney Thunder on Tuesday. Zampa was found guilty of a Level 1 offence under the Cricket Australia Code of Conduct and accepted a penalty of one suspension point and a 2500 …

Mitchell Starc returns to BBL after six years, Sydney Sixers sign him for upcoming season
4 years, 2 months ago

Mitchell Starc returns to BBL after six years, Sydney Sixers sign him for upcoming season

India TV News  

Australia pacer Mitchell Starc has signed with Sydney Sixers for the upcoming Big Bash League edition, ending a six-year absence from the league. Starc was part of the inaugural Sixers squad that won the first-ever BBL trophy in the 2011-12 season and played 10 matches for the club from 2011-2015. Across 10 BBL matches for the Sixers, Starc has taken …

Sydney Sixers re-sign James Vince for upcoming BBL season
4 years, 2 months ago

Sydney Sixers re-sign James Vince for upcoming BBL season

India TV News  

Sydney Sixers have re-signed England batsman James Vince for the upcoming Big Bash League season. Vince played the second half of BBL 8 as a replacement for fellow England international Joe Denly before offering a powerful hand for the Sixers at the top of the order as the Sydney Sixers surged to their second-ever BBL crown last season. The 29-year-old …

Alex Hales signs one-year deal with Sydney Thunders for Big Bash League 9
5 years, 3 months ago

Alex Hales signs one-year deal with Sydney Thunders for Big Bash League 9

India TV News  

England batsman Alex Hales has signed a one-year deal with Syndey Thunder for the upcoming Big Bash League. Hales joins South African all-rounder Chris Morris as the club's two overseas players, with Jos Buttler unavailable for this season due to England's tour of South Africa. Sydney is one of the best cities in the world, getting the chance to work …

BBL: James Vince rejoins Sydney Sixers, Chris Morris signs for Sydney Thunder
5 years, 3 months ago

BBL: James Vince rejoins Sydney Sixers, Chris Morris signs for Sydney Thunder

India TV News  

England batsman James Vince has again signed up with the Sydney Sixers for the upcoming ninth edition of the Big Bash League. The captain of Hampshire in county cricket, Vince played the second half of BBL 8 last summer as a replacement for fellow England international Joe Denly and impressed for the Sixers. Vince has represented his country in all …

Sydney Thunder all-rounder Shane Watson announces retirement from BBL
5 years, 8 months ago

Sydney Thunder all-rounder Shane Watson announces retirement from BBL

India TV News  

Veteran all-rounder Shane Watson has announced his retirement from Australia's Big Bash League. "I want to thank everyone from the bottom of my heart who has been involved with the Sydney Thunder over the last four seasons," said Watson in a statement issued at the club's website. Cementing himself as one of Sydney Thunder's most popular players, the all-rounder also …

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