Darwin, August 12, 2025 – Hold onto your seats! Dewald Brevis has just turned the game on its head with a blazing century, and now Australia faces a Herculean task of chasing 219—a total few thought was possible at Marrara Cricket Ground.
Brevis Writes His Name in the Record Books
The 22-year-old sensation unleashed a storm with an unbeaten 125 off just 53 balls, smashing 12 fours and eight sixes, and shattered the South African T20 record previously held by Faf du Plessis His brute power was on full display, especially against Glenn Maxwell and Josh Hazlewood—smashing 40 runs off just 10 deliveries, in a section of the innings that had everyone taking notice
Australia Struggles to Gain Ground
Australia, opting to bowl first, never quite gained control. Despite taking a few wickets (from Maxwell, Zampa, and Dwarshuis), Brevis’s onslaught made them pay dearly
The Uphill Chase Begins
Now, the chase is on—and it’s steep. Australia must now scale a daunting 219-run target to wrap up the series. Early breakthroughs have set a tense tone, with Travis Head and Cameron Green failing to get big starts
Series Snapshot
- Format: 2nd T20I of a three-match series, held in Darwin. Australia lead 1-0 after a 17-run win in the opener
- Weather & Venue: Marrara Cricket Ground is primed for high-scoring action on Tuesday at 2:45 PM IST; Indian viewers can catch the match on Star Sports or via Jio Hotstar
Why This Match Matters:
- Brevis’s Explosion – A prolific, record-smashing knock that’s bound to be talked about for a while.
- Australia’s Chase – A high-stakes run chase that promises edge-of-your-seat drama.
- Global Viewership – Fans in India and beyond are glued to screens via live streaming, expecting fireworks.
