West Indies opener Brandon King showcased his batting brilliance during the second match against Bangladesh of the three-match ODI series at Warner Park, Basseterre, St. Kitts. One of the major highlights of his innings was a towering six that left spectators in awe, demonstrating his commanding form.

A mighty maximum from Brandon King

In the 25th over of the West Indies innings, King produced a jaw-dropping moment. Facing Bangladesh’s right-arm medium-fast bowler Tanzim Hasan Sakib, King stepped down the pitch, met the ball on a good length, and sent it soaring over long-off for a massive six. The ball struck the rooftop of the stadium, a testament to the sheer power and precision of his shot. It was a straight hit, executed with perfection, and received resounding applause from the crowd.

Here is the video:

Very far & very straight!💥

King nails it for a maximum!6️⃣ #WIvBAN | #WIHomeForChristmas pic.twitter.com/gx9K7VpFlh

— Windies Cricket (@windiescricket) December 10, 2024

King’s breathtaking six was just one highlight of his outstanding innings. The 29-year-old batter played a pivotal role in the West Indies’ chase, scoring an impressive 82 runs off just 72 balls. His innings included eight fours and three towering sixes, propelling his strike rate to a commendable 107.89. His performance underlined his importance to the team and showcased his ability to anchor the innings while playing aggressive cricket.

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Jayden Seales: The unsung hero

Earlier in the day, Bangladesh, opting to bat first, struggled to build substantial partnerships and were bowled out for 227 in 45.5 overs. Bangladesh all-rounder Mahmudullah was the lone bright spot for the visitors, scoring a resilient half-century. The West Indies bowlers, led by the sensational Jayden Seales, kept the Bangladeshi batting in check. Seales delivered a match-winning spell, taking 4 wickets and putting the visitors on the back foot.

Chasing a target of 228, the West Indies batters displayed composure and aggression, reaching the target in just 36.5 overs with seven wickets in hand. While King’s batting stole the show, it was Seales who emerged as the Player of the Match for his exceptional bowling performance.

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