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West Indies star Nicholas Pooran delivered a stunning display of power during The Hundred 2024, hitting one of the longest sixes in cricket history. In a thrilling match between the Northern Superchargers and Manchester Originals at Old Trafford on August 11, Pooran unleashed a colossal 113-meter six, leaving the crowd in awe with his remarkable shot.
Nicholas Pooran smashed an epic 113-meter six in The Hundred 2024.
The explosive shot occurred on the 74th ball of the Northern Superchargers’ chase in a thrilling match. Facing a full-length delivery from Scott Currie of the Manchester Originals, Nicholas Pooran executed a powerful flick off leg-stump, launching the ball far beyond the deep mid-wicket stands.
The enormous six, set against the backdrop of a stunning sunset, soared high into the sky, with fans noting it might have left the ground. As the ball vanished from view, the crowd erupted in awe and excitement, with Pooran solidifying his reputation as a formidable power hitter.
Pooran continued his blistering performance, scoring an unbeaten 66 off 33 balls, including two fours and eight sixes. His explosive innings was crucial in securing the Northern Superchargers’ seven-wicket victory over the Manchester Originals in The Hundred 2024.
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After the match, Pooran said, “If we lost the game, we’d be out of the tournament. I’m happy that I can be there to the end, contribute, and get the win for the team, and hopefully the result will be the same again on Tuesday as well.”