Ben McDermott became the first man to hit back-to-back centuries in the Big Bash League as he propelled Hobart Hurricanes to an 86-run win over Melbourne Renegades.
McDermott hit 127 from 65 balls, including nine fours and nine sixes, as Hurricanes posted 206-5. The 27-year-old McDermott made an unbeaten 110 against Adelaide Strikers on Monday.
Elsewhere, Sydney Sixers recovered from 47-8 to chase 106 and beat Brisbane Heat by two wickets. McDermott is the first player to score three centuries in the Big Bash League.
His 127 against Melbourne is the competition’s third-highest score and leaves him averaging 88.25 from five innings.
Former Australia batter Andrew Symonds told Fox Cricket it was “the best Big Bash innings that’s ever been played”.
Mackenzie Harvey made 59 for the Renegades in reply but the hosts were bowled out for 121 with 25 balls left. (BBC Sport)
Scores:
Hobart Hurricanes 206-5 (20 overs): McDermott 127 (65), Topley 2-17
Melbourne Renegades 121 (15.5 overs): Harper 57 (35), Rogers 3-24, Lamichhane 3-32