Brisbane Heat Script Historic BBL Run Chase to Stun Perth Scorchers in Record-Breaking Thriller
Brisbane Heat pulled off the greatest run chase in Big Bash League history, chasing down a monumental target of 258 to defeat Perth Scorchers by eight wickets in one of the most extraordinary T20 matches ever played.
Powered by magnificent centuries from Matt Renshaw and Jack Wildermuth, the Heat overhauled Scorchers’ massive 257 for 6, sealing victory with just one ball remaining. The result rewrote the BBL record books and now stands as the third-highest successful chase in T20 cricket worldwide.
Renshaw and Wildermuth Deliver the Highest Partnership in BBL History
After losing Colin Munro on the very first ball of the chase, Brisbane Heat looked set for a long night. What followed, however, was nothing short of remarkable.
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Matt Renshaw blasted 102 off 51 balls, reaching his hundred in just 48 deliveries
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Jack Wildermuth produced the innings of his life, smashing 110 off 54 balls*
The duo combined for a record-breaking 213-run partnership, the highest ever in BBL history. Their fearless power-hitting dismantled a usually disciplined Scorchers bowling attack and turned an almost impossible chase into reality.
At the halfway stage, Heat were cruising at 131 for 1, and when they plundered 42 runs in just two overs, the momentum swung decisively.
Despite Renshaw being run out late and Max Bryant retiring hurt, Wildermuth held his nerve to strike the winning runs and spark wild celebrations around the ground.
Perth Scorchers Post Second-Highest BBL Total
Earlier, Perth Scorchers had appeared to bat Brisbane Heat out of the contest on a flat pitch. Their total of 257 for 6 was briefly the second-highest score in BBL history.
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Finn Allen smashed 79 off 38 balls
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Cooper Connolly followed up his recent IPL contract with a stunning 77 off 37 balls
The pair launched 14 sixes during a ferocious 142-run second-wicket stand off just 64 deliveries. Both batters brought up rapid half-centuries as the Scorchers threatened to surpass the BBL’s all-time team total record.
In total, both sides hit 18 sixes each, another unprecedented feat in the competition.
Heat Bowlers Punished as Afridi Endures Tough Night
Brisbane Heat’s bowling attack endured a brutal outing, with every bowler conceding at least 11 runs per over. Star recruit Shaheen Shah Afridi finished with figures of 1 for 49, struggling for consistency and leaking runs at the death.
The Heat were also dealt a blow when captain Nathan McSweeney injured his ankle while fielding, ruling him out of the chase entirely.
Missed Chances Prove Costly for Scorchers
Perth Scorchers had opportunities to turn the game but failed to seize them. Jhye Richardson had Renshaw caught early off a no-ball, while Ashton Turner dropped Wildermuth on 42, a mistake that proved fatal.
Once those chances slipped, Renshaw and Wildermuth never looked back.
A Night That Redefined BBL History
The previous highest successful chase in the Big Bash League was 230, achieved by Adelaide Strikers in 2023. Brisbane Heat shattered that record with authority, producing a chase that will be remembered as one of the greatest moments in T20 cricket.
From Scorchers’ explosive batting to Heat’s jaw-dropping response, this match delivered pure cricketing chaos, drama, and history—a reminder of why the BBL remains one of the most thrilling leagues in the world.
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