[Watch] USA Batter Humbles Bangladesh's Fastest Nahid Rana With A Stunning Six
Aaron Jones hits a massive six off of a short delivery from Nahid Rana [Source: T Sports/YouTube.com]
The Bangladesh Premier League is under full swing as the Sylhet Strikers clashed with the Rangpur Riders for the 9th match of the season. Featuring several foreign players and domestic and national cricketers, BPL 2024-25 has already thrilled the fans with its spicy T20 thrashing.
Meanwhile, Aaron Jones of the USA played a scintillating cameo for Sylhet Strikers in the clash against the Rangpur Riders at the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium. However, the highlight of Jones' innings came in the 3.4 over when he launched Nahid Rana for a jaw-dropping pull shot six that left the crowd in awe.
Jones Schools Nahid Rana With Mammoth Sixes
With Sylhet already off to a solid start, Aaron Jones walked in with an intent to dominate. Facing Nahid Rana, the right-handed batter spotted a short-pitched delivery angling into his body. In a flash, he rocked back and unleashed a ferocious pull shot. The ball soared over the square-leg boundary, disappearing deep into the stands, showcasing Jones’ immense power and timing.
The crowd had barely settled from the first six when Rana attempted to adjust his line on the very next delivery and Jones, who was in no mood to relent, executed a spectacular slog over mid-wicket on a full-pitched delivery from Rana. The ball soared high and deep into the stands, sending the Sylhet crowd into a frenzy.
Sylhet Strikers Put Up Massive Total Against Riders
Jones’ fireworks set the tone for the Strikers’ innings. His unbeaten 38 off just 19 balls, including four massive sixes, and Zakir Hasan's fifty propelled Sylhet to an imposing total of 205/4 in 20 overs. Partnering with Jaker Ali, who smashed 20 off just 5 balls, Jones ensured the Strikers finished with a flourish in the death overs.
Nahid Rana, meanwhile, endured a tough outing, conceding 45 runs in his four overs without picking up a wicket. Mohammad Saifuddin became the Riders' pick of the bowlers bagging 2 wickets for 31 runs in his 4 overs.