‘On the beach’: Aussie slugger’s bigger aims
Australian batsman Tim David insists his massive six hit in Hobart traveled farther than the official record and outlined his long-term goal to “face more balls” and become a key weapon for Australia in next year’s T20 World Cup.
After nearly sending a six out of the stadium at Bellerive Oval, David, who scored 74 runs off 38 balls against India on Sunday, said the match’s impact on World Cup preparation was limited because pitch conditions in India vary depending on the opposition.
Record-Breaking Six
David struck one of his five sixes in that game a colossal 129 meters, marking the longest six ever recorded in T20 international cricket and the biggest six registered by broadcaster Fox Cricket. The ball struck the stadium sign atop the grandstand roof, preventing it from flying even farther.
“It’s good fun hitting balls on the roof. I haven’t seen any balls up there and I haven’t hit any up there,” David said, recalling his previous experience hitting sixes in Hobart playing for the Hurricanes in the BBL.
“I was hoping it would land on the beach. It hit the top rung of that little advertising sign. I’m always dubious about the measurements.”
Batting Strategy and World Cup Ambitions
David is excited about his promotion up the batting order, which is part of Australia’s aggressive approach aimed at achieving success in the upcoming T20 World Cup.
His focus remains on consistently facing more deliveries and cementing his role as a vital T20 World Cup asset for Australia.
Author’s summary: Tim David aims to elevate his game by batting higher in the order and becoming a crucial T20 World Cup player after hitting cricket’s longest six internationally.
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