Watch: Steve Smith denies David Warner a six with jaw-dropping effort in BBL

Sydney Sixers cricketer Steve Smith continued his impressive boundary-saving streak with a remarkable effort during the BBL 2024-25 match against Sydney Thunder. Steve Smith pulled off an acrobatic save near the boundary line at the iconic Sydney Cricket Ground in Sydney on Friday, January 17.

Steve Smith is leading the Sydney Sixers in a crucial Sydney Smash clash against Sydney Thunder, led by veteran opener David Warner. This match could shake up the top three standings in the BBL 2024-25. However, the game was delayed due to heavy rain after just five overs at the Sydney Cricket Ground.

Sydney Sixers Win Bat Flip and Opt to Field

The Sydney Sixers won the bat flip and chose to field, with Warner and new Australian Test star Sam Konstas opening for the Thunder. Jack Edwards started with a maiden over, but Warner quickly hit a boundary before rain interrupted play after 1.4 overs.

The match resumed under revised conditions, with 19 overs per side. Konstas managed to score 9 off 14 balls, including two fours, before being dismissed by Edwards.

Watch: Steve Smith Pulls Off a Crazy Save Near Boundary Line to Save 4 Runs for His Team

The incident occurred on the first ball of the 5th over when David Warner tried to unsettle bowler Todd Murphy. Warner stepped out and lofted the ball towards wide long-off. Steve Smith made a stunning effort to save a six.

Smith threw the ball back into the field before stepping out and returning to complete the catch. With no one nearby to help, the former Australian captain saved four runs for his team with his remarkable fielding effort.

The Big Bash League official account on social media X (formerly known as Twitter) shared the clip of Smith's fielding effort with the caption, "That's elite from @stevesmith49 👏. What a way to save six! #BBL14"

Here's the video of his incredible effort as Smith showcased his athleticism and agility:

That's elite from @stevesmith49 👏

What a way to save six! #BBL14 pic.twitter.com/Fthjm3SCwp

— KFC Big Bash League (@BBL) January 17, 2025

Steve Smith has been the standout Test star in Australia's T20 competition this season. He started strong with a remarkable century against the Scorchers in his first match, followed by a 50 in his second appearance, leading to a victory over the Strikers.

Playing XI for 37th Match in BBL 2024-25 Season

The Sydney Thunder scored 36 runs from 5.1 overs after being put into bat by the Sydney Sixers at the SCG. David Warner was at the crease with 22 runs, while Hugh Weibgen had scored 1 run.

Sydney Sixers: Steve Smith, Josh Philippe (wk), Jack Edwards, Moises Henriques (c), Jordan Silk, Lachlan Shaw, Hayden Kerr, Ben Dwarshuis, Sean Abbott, Jafer Chohan, Todd Murphy

Sydney Thunder: David Warner (c), Sam Konstas, Hugh Weibgen, Sam Billings (wk), Matthew Gilkes, Chris Green, George Garton, Daniel Christian, Nathan McAndrew, Tom Andrews, Mohammad Hasnain

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