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Mitchell Marsh’s 58-Ball Hundred Powers Scorchers Past Hurricanes by 40 Runs

The century doubled as a timely form statement on the day Australia confirmed its T20 World Cup squad.

Overview

  • Marsh struck 102 off 58 balls at Bellerive Oval as Perth posted 229 for 3 before restricting Hobart to 189 for 9.
  • Aaron Hardie provided potent support with an unbeaten 94 from 43 deliveries in a 164-run third-wicket stand with Marsh.
  • The knock took Marsh past 2,000 career runs in the Big Bash League, underscoring his stature in the competition.
  • Hobart’s attack was taken apart, with Riley Meredith conceding 61 off four overs as Nathan Ellis finished with 2 for 44.
  • Coverage framed the innings as a clear signal ahead of the 2026 T20 World Cup following Australia’s same-day squad announcement.