Jack Edwards in BBL (Source: @CricCrazyJohns/x.com)
The cricket fans across the globe are riding high on unreal T20 excitement as the iconic Big Bash League is spreading thrills. While established stars continue to put on a show, Sunrisers Hyderabad’s latest signing, Jake Edwards, is stealing the spotlight with his impactful all-round performances.
In three matches, he already secured eight wickets and scored some crucial runs for the side. With IPL 2026 on the horizon, this red-hot form could prove to be a huge boost for the franchise.
Edwards dominates the BBL with unstoppable performances
Just a few days ago, the world witnessed some crazy moments from the IPL 2026 mini auction. Among all the craziest signings, Sunrisers Hyderabad’s signing of Jack Edwards with a whopping three crore grabbed attention. As the star all-rounder is busy in the Big Bash League, he is turning heads with his red-hot form in the Sydney Sixers’ jersey.
In their first match, the Sydney Sixers faced the Perth Scorchers and suffered a heartbreaking defeat. When the team crumbled under pressure, Edwards played an unbeaten knock of 46 runs and even took 1 wicket while conceding 22 runs in the second innings.
Facing Adelaide Strikers in their second match, their hard luck continued, but Edwards shone despite the struggle. After contributing 32 runs with the bat, he secured two crucial scalps while defending the total. As the fans were already in awe of his heroics, the best was yet to come.
In the third match of the ongoing tournament, Sixes broke their losing Streak, and Edward played a crucial role in it. After being unbeaten on 3 runs, he troubled the opponent batters with an outstanding fifer with an economy rate of 6.50. The uncapped all-rounder’s sensational form is now giving SRH fans a reason to dream big.
SRH’s next big thing might already be here
Jack Edwards is yet to receive his maiden cap from Australia’s senior side, but the world is already amazed by his talent. Conquering the domestic stage, he stormed into the BBL and turned heads only in the first three matches. Even the IPL mini auction saw an intense bidding war for him.
Entering into the auction with a base price of 50 lakh, CSK and GT went all out for him until Sunrisers Hyderabad entered the scene. They fought with the CSK till the end and sealed the deal with a whopping amount of three crore. In the auction, the Sunrisers secured some mind-blowing buys, and Edwards is one of them.
With exceptional batting ability, paired with some fiery pace power, the young Aussie all-rounder can be a crucial weapon for their mighty side. With the guidance of some big names, including captain Pat Cummins, he can be the next big name of the franchise.
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