Carnage! David Warner Hammers 110 Runs in 65-Ball Thriller

David Warner scores 110 off 65 balls in a BBL thriller. Get the full Sydney Thunder vs Sixers scorecard, highlights, and match analysis

In a display of sheer dominance that turned the clock back to his golden years, David Warner produced a masterclass at the Sydney Cricket Ground today, smashing an unbeaten 110 runs off just 65 balls. The Sydney Thunder captain’s innings wasn’t just a collection of runs; it was a statement—a reminder that at 39 years of age, “The Bull” is still one of the most destructive forces in world cricket.

The Sydney Smash Ignites

The stage was set for the “Sydney Smash,” the heated derby between the Sydney Thunder and the Sydney Sixers. With the Sixers opting to bowl first on a surface that looked tricky early on, the pressure was immediately on the Thunder’s top order. The Sixers’ new-ball attack found early movement, and the Thunder got off to a somewhat rusty start. However, while wickets and uncertainty loomed at one end, David Warner stood as an immoveable object at the other.

A Calculated Assault

Warner’s innings was a perfect blend of veteran experience and raw aggression. He began watchfully, assessing the conditions as his partners struggled to find rhythm. But once he found his groove, the transformation was instantaneous.

He reached his half-century in blistering time, taking just 25 balls to raise his bat. It was a period where Warner seemed to be batting on a different pitch entirely, finding gaps with surgical precision and clearing the ropes with ease. His footwork was electric, dancing down the track to the spinners and rocking back to pull the pacers—a signature shot that sent the SCG crowd into a frenzy.

As the innings progressed into the death overs, Warner shifted gears from “anchoring” to “carnage.” He brought up his century off just 61 balls, a milestone greeted by a standing ovation from the faithful SCG crowd. He finished unbeaten on 110 off 65 balls, striking at a rate of 169.23. His knock was studded with powerful boundaries and towering sixes, completely demoralizing the Sixers’ bowling attack.

Record-Breaking Feat

This innings was significant for more than just the match situation. With this century, Warner has etched his name deeper into the history books:

10th T20 Century: He has now surpassed Virat Kohli on the elite list of batters with the most T20 centuries, moving into the top tier of all-time greats in the format.
3rd Ton of the Season: This was Warner’s third century in the ongoing BBL 2025-26 season, a statistic that underscores his incredible consistency this summer.
BBL Legend: He continues to climb the ladder for the most centuries in Big Bash League history, joining the likes of Steve Smith and Ben McDermott at the summit.

Thunder Post 189/6

While Warner was undoubtedly the star, he found late support from Daniel Sams, whose brief but violent cameo (10 runs off 4 balls) helped propel the score. Despite a flurry of wickets falling around him, Warner remained the anchor, ensuring the team finished on a commanding total of 189/6.

The Sydney Sixers, usually disciplined with the ball, were left searching for answers. Their bowlers, including the likes of Sam Curran, found themselves at the mercy of Warner’s blade. The target of 190 is a daunting one, especially given the psychological blow inflicted by the Thunder captain’s assault.

Vintage Warner

“I’m just enjoying my cricket,” Warner might say, but today’s knock was competitive fury at its finest. Critics who questioned his longevity have been silenced emphatically. Today, David Warner didn’t just play an innings; he orchestrated a demolition job.

As the second innings begins, the Sixers have a mountain to climb, not just in runs, but in overcoming the mental image of Warner’s rampage. For the fans at Sportzons.com and around the world, this was a day to remember—the day The Bull charged through the SCG one more time.