Twitter reactions: Michael Neser’s all-round heroics propels Brisbane Heat to emphatic win over Perth Scorchers

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In a thrilling encounter at The Gabba, the 32nd match of the Big Bash League (BBL) 2023-24 unfolded between Brisbane Heat and Perth Scorchers. The contest saw domination from the Brisbane Heat, who continued their winning momentum and defeated Perth Scorchers by 23 runs.

Michael Neser powers Brisbane Heat to a massive total​

Brisbane Heat’s batting lineup featured notable contributions, with Marnus Labuschagne scoring 45 runs off 33 balls and Sam Billings adding a quick 37 off 21. However, the standout performance came from Michael Neser, who played a blistering knock of 64 runs off just 30 deliveries, including 7 fours and 3 sixes. The Heat posted a formidable total of 191/6 in their 20 overs.

Neser-led bowling attack shines​

In response, Perth Scorchers faced a challenging target of 192 runs. Laurie Evans played a stellar innings, scoring 51 runs off 29 balls, accompanied by Josh Inglis‘ brisk 28 off 20. However, the Brisbane Heat bowlers, led by Neser, put up a formidable fight. Neser claimed 2 wickets for 31 runs in his 4 overs. Xavier Bartlett, Spencer Johnson, and Paul Walter also made crucial contributions with the ball, securing wickets at regular intervals.

Despite some resistance from the Scorchers’ lower order, Brisbane Heat emerged victorious by 23 runs. The Heat’s disciplined bowling and Neser’s all-round heroics played a pivotal role in securing the win. Jhye Richardson and Jason Behrendorff were the leading wicket-takers for the Scorchers, but their efforts fell short in chasing down the target set by the Heat.

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Here is how Twitter reacted:​

Michael Neser the fifth player in BBL to hit a fifty, take two wickets and claim a catch#BBL13 pic.twitter.com/X1GATYIIBR

— Andrew McGlashan (@andymcg_cricket) January 10, 2024

What a match! #HEATWIN pic.twitter.com/PcXHyKf9nz

— Brisbane Heat (@HeatBBL) January 10, 2024

Top spot

The @HeatBBL are having a #BBL13 to remember! pic.twitter.com/AWQiHiV5KQ

— KFC Big Bash League (@BBL) January 10, 2024

Michael Neser is a superstar. Bowls, bats, fields and a great team man. 4 dimensional players are very rare. Overlooked again at the next level. Just keeps getting it done.

— Darren Berry (@ChuckBerry1969) January 10, 2024

Brisbane Heat got the better of Perth Scorchers #BBL13 #cricket
Scorecard: https://t.co/BXVBfrTkaW #CricketTwitter pic.twitter.com/uoCdYBSHXK

— CricketTimes.com (@CricketTimesHQ) January 10, 2024

Absolute Carnage from Michael Neser #BBL13 #IshanKishan #INDvAFG #PAKvNZ #RashidKhan #CricketTwitterpic.twitter.com/awEyed1dfL

— Sujeet Suman (@sujeetsuman1991) January 10, 2024

At the risk of inciting a civil war, is there a more undervalued, under appreciated cricketer than Michael Neser ? #BBL13

— Penske file, give me, they did.. (@Luke_Pownall) January 10, 2024

Imagine if Michael Neser was born in NSW. #BBL13 pic.twitter.com/avdIC6h4XC

— ßert ωerdeη (@bertwerden) January 10, 2024

Michael Neser is everywhere tonight – with the bat, with the bat and now taking stunners on the field. #BBL13pic.twitter.com/EocGlgniGU

— Saino (@DecodedFantasy) January 10, 2024

One of the greatest ever all-round games in BBL history from Michael Neser

— Oliver Caffrey (@ollycaffrey) January 10, 2024

It’s nearly a travesty Michael Neser hasn’t played more international cricket. I mean it’s amazing we have that depth to leave a talent like that out of the team but you gotta feel for him in a way. Incredible cricketer.

— Jo (@SmokinJo21) January 10, 2024

It’s a pity Michael Neser is an exceptional bowler because it tends to hide what a talented batter he is. High-quality striking tonight….

— Ric Finlay (@RicFinlay) January 10, 2024

Michael Neser is criminally underrated in this country

— Luke A (@hayrooster) January 10, 2024

Outstanding catch … you beauty Michael Neser… #BigBash that’s how you win matches… through such astounding catches … T20 matches changes in a jiffy

— Shahid Hashmi (@hashmi_shahid) January 10, 2024

Michael Neser lighting up the Gabba!!.

It’s a travesty he’s only played two Tests but he also could easily have played more than his four ODIs.

Finishes on 64* off 30 balls with three sixes in the final over. #BBL13

— Lachlan McKirdy (@LMcKirdy7) January 10, 2024

Michael Neser, what a man!!! The Heat looked to be in all sorts after losing 3-19, MASSIVE to finish upwards of 190 #BBL13

— Ella (@ellakasmar) January 10, 2024

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