Kieron Pollard delivered a stunning performance in the men’s Hundred 2024 fixture, leading Southern Brave to a dramatic two-wicket win against Trent Rockets. This victory has placed Southern Brave level on points with the Oval Invincibles at the top of the table.
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Pollard’s innings was nothing short of extraordinary. Despite a slow start, where he managed only six runs from 14 balls, Pollard shifted gears and unleashed a breathtaking display of power-hitting against Trent Rockets’ Rashid Khan.
In a remarkable sequence, Kieron Pollard hit five consecutive sixes off Rashid Khan’s bowling. The assault began with a massive six over cow corner, followed by another soaring six over long-off. He then hammered a third six over the bowler’s head, followed by a fourth over deep midwicket, and concluded with a fifth six over long-off that sailed out of the park.
Reflecting on his performance, Kieron Pollard, who was named Player of the Match, said, “I started slowly and had to carefully plan my approach. I knew Rashid Khan well from past encounters and was prepared for his usual lines and lengths. When he bowled fuller deliveries, they were right in my hitting zone, and I capitalized on them.”
Pollard acknowledged Rashid Khan’s reputation as a world-class bowler, emphasizing the importance of adapting to challenging situations. He also noted the importance of learning from such high-pressure moments to avoid similar situations in the future.
This explosive performance from Kieron Pollard played a crucial role in securing the win for Southern Brave, underscoring his ability to change the course of a game with his explosive batting.