American cricketer smashes 12 sixes, scores 82 runs in 21 balls in Canada Super 60
Dubai: Obus Pienaar produced one of the most remarkable innings of the Canada Super 60 season, smashing 82 not out from just 21 balls in the men’s final against Toronto Sixers. The American cricketer struck two fours and 12 sixes, giving him a stunning strike rate of 390.48. His aggressive batting helped Vancouver Anchors post 164 for three in their 10 overs, with captain Moeen Ali adding 45 from…
Obus Pienaar dominated the Canada Super 60 finals with an extraordinary innings, scoring 82 runs off just 21 balls. The American cricketer showcased his explosive batting skills by hitting 12 sixes and two fours, resulting in an impressive strike rate of 390.48. Vancouver Anchors' captain Moeen Ali contributed 45 runs from 18 balls.
The venue, BC Place, presented unique challenges with its exceptionally short boundaries, leading to skepticism from former South Africa player Herschelle Gibbs. Despite these conditions, Pienaar excelled, helping Vancouver Anchors post a formidable total of 164 for three. Toronto Sixers responded with aggression, with Nicholas Pooran scoring 67 runs off 23 balls.
The Sixers ultimately won the final by five wickets, securing the title and naming Pooran as Player of the Tournament. Despite their loss, Pienaar's Anchors finished the Canada Super 60 as runners-up. Born in Bloemfontein, South Africa, Pienaar has enjoyed a successful career across domestic and franchise cricket, including representing Free State, Knights, Southwestern Districts, and Northern Cape. He later moved to the United States and has been a key player in Major League Cricket.
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