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Jonny Bairstow's 34-run over blitz: "I was trying for six sixes"

Jonny Bairstow unleashed a brutal assault, plundering 34 runs off a single over from Keshav Maharaj, setting a new record for the most expensive over in SA20 history. The English batter revealed after the match that after hitting the first three balls for six, he was actively trying to hit six sixes in a row. His unbeaten 85, combined with Quinton de Kock's 79 not out, guided Sunrisers Eastern Cape to a dominant 10-wicket victory. The win, chasing down 177, was the franchise's highest successful run-chase and propelled them back to the top of the SA20 table.

Key Points: Bairstow smashes 34-run over, targets six sixes in SA20

  • Bairstow scores 34 in an over
  • Hits five sixes and a four
  • Sunrisers win by 10 wickets
  • Record successful SA20 chase
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Bairstow scores 34 off Keshav Maharaj's over, says was looking for six sixes

Jonny Bairstow hits 34 runs off Keshav Maharaj, reveals he was aiming for six consecutive sixes. Sunrisers Eastern Cape win big.

"Did it look like I went into my shell, just with a four? Yes, of course was looking to hit six sixes - Jonny Bairstow"

Cape Town, January 6

Sunrisers Eastern Cape batter Jonny Bairstow has said that after hitting the first three balls of Keshav Maharaj's over for sixes, he was trying to make it six sixes in as many balls.

Bairstow treated Maharaj with disdain as he blasted five sixes and a boundary in the 12th over to smash 34 runs, which is now the most expensive over in SA20 history.

Bairstow smashed an unbeaten 85 off just 45 as SEC breezed past Pretoria Capitals to register their third bonus point win on Monday.

"Did it look like I went into my shell, just with a four? Yes, of course [was looking to hit six sixes], like when you've got three away, and you're thinking, okay, maybe let's try and give it a go. So, yes, unfortunately, I got that one for four. But, yes, I was definitely trying," Bairstow said during media interaction with SA20 after the match.

Sunrisers completed their highest successful run-chase in SA20 history by cruising past Capitals' 176/7 with all 10 wickets to spare. It propelled Tristan Stubbs' side back to the top of the table with 17 points.

Openers Quinton de Kock (79 not out, 41 balls, 5x4, 6x6) and Jonny Bairstow (85 not out, 44 balls, 8x4, 6x6) were in a rampant mood as the experienced duo dispatched the Capitals' bowlers to all parts of Centurion.

Sunrisers had earlier delivered a clinical bowling and catching display to limit the Capitals to a below-par total.

- ANI

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Sarah B
The confidence to even think about six sixes after hitting the first three! That's the mindset of a modern T20 batter. Must have been demoralizing for the bowling side. Great entertainment for the fans.
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Priya S
Bairstow and de Kock chasing down 176 without losing a wicket is just brutal dominance. The SA20 is producing some fantastic cricket. Makes me wish the IPL started tomorrow!
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Rohit P
As much as I love the big hitting, I feel a bit for Keshav Maharaj. He's a quality spinner and one bad over can really dent a bowler's confidence. Hope he bounces back strong. The game can be cruel sometimes.
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Vikram M
"Did it look like I went into my shell, just with a four?" Haha, that's a brilliant quote. The audacity! This is the kind of fearless cricket we want to see. Sunrisers look like the team to beat this season.
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Michael C
Records are meant to be broken, but 34 in an over is a statement. It shows how the T20 game is evolving. Bowlers really need to bring their A-game every single ball now. No room for error.

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