Liam Haskett's Father Catches Ball During BBL Match

In a remarkable event during the Big Bash League match, bowler Liam Haskett's father, Lloyd, caught a six hit by Nathan McSweeney while seated in the crowd at Adelaide Oval. This unusual occurrence was highlighted by commentators, with Adam Gilchrist noting Lloyd's subdued reaction, seemingly disappointed that his son had just been hit for six on his debut. Despite the six, Haskett went on to take two wickets as the Adelaide Strikers scored 251 runs, the second-highest total in BBL history, defeating the Brisbane Heat by 56 runs. Matt Short played a pivotal role, scoring 109 runs off 54 balls, which was instrumental in the Strikers' record-breaking victory, lifting them off the bottom of the standings. The match featured a total of 26 sixes, equaling the BBL record, with seven of those hit by Short. The win not only enhanced the Strikers' net run rate but also kept them in contention for the finals.