WATCH: Joel Paris' attempt to fire Jacob Bethell in BBL 2024-25

WATCH: Joel Paris’ attempt to fire Jacob Bethell in BBL 2024-25

Article Updated On:

January 4 2025

Published On:

January 4 2025

During match 23 of Big Bash League 2024-25cricket fans were treated to an unusual and inventive display of athleticism when Melbourne Stars‘left-arm medium pace bowler joel paris attempted a remarkable escape against Melbourne Renegades batter Jacob Bethel. The match, played in a packed stadium, saw moments of high drama, including Paris’ extraordinary effort on the field and a pivotal breakthrough that changed the course of the match.

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Joel Paris’s unique escape attempt

The incident occurred during the Melbourne Renegades’ 16th innings. Paris threw a slower pitch at 70 mph that fooled Bethell, who missed his shot attempt and was hit in the thigh pad. The ball went to the leg side, causing Jonathan Wells to order a quick single.

Paris, showing incredible presence of mind and agility, ran and executed a backhand shot without looking to the non-striker’s side. The ball floated through the air and hit the stumps, leaving the crowd in awe. However, despite the daring effort, Bethell had already arrived safely in his area.

Here is the video:

HOW he hit the stumps 🤯
That would have been the best outing ever! #BBL14 pic.twitter.com/sob6TAaRcP
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Paris did not have to wait long to redeem itself. Later in the same over he dismissed Bethell, who had been anchoring the Renegades’ innings and was just one run away from his first BBL half-century. A short delivery from Paris climbed awkwardly to Bethell, forcing an ill-timed shot. The ball took the top edge and flew to short third, where Samuel Harper He ran to complete an accurate capture.

Bethell’s dismissal for 49 runs off 36 balls (4 fours, 2 sixes) broke a crucial partnership and provided the Melbourne Stars with the much-needed boost during the Power Surge.

Melbourne Renegades set a challenging goal

The Melbourne Renegades managed to post a competitive total of 168 for 7 in their allotted 20 overs. Bethell emerged as the leading scorer, while Joel Paris was the standout pitcher for the Melbourne Starsclaiming 2 wickets in his four over spell.