David Warner Delivers Masterclass in Sydney Derby, Breaks T20 Records
David Warner's passion for T20 cricket burned brightly once again. The explosive opener produced a stunning performance in the Big Bash League. Warner smashed an unbeaten 110 runs from just 65 deliveries. This incredible knock powered Sydney Thunder to a total of 189 for 6 in their 20 overs against arch-rivals Sydney Sixers.
A Lone Warrior's Effort Under Pressure
The match situation demanded resilience. Wickets tumbled regularly at the other end throughout the Thunder innings. Warner stood firm amidst the chaos. He displayed exceptional control, raw power, and remarkable clarity of thought. His innings served as a powerful reminder of his enduring threat in the shortest format of the game. Warner single-handedly carried the batting lineup, showcasing why he remains a feared opponent globally.
Warner Surpasses Kohli in Historic T20 Century Chase
This century carried significant historical weight. Warner's magnificent hundred pushed him past Indian superstar Virat Kohli on the all-time list for most T20 centuries. Warner now boasts 10 T20 hundreds, moving one ahead of Kohli's tally of nine. This achievement places him in elite company.
The current leaders for most T20 centuries are:
- Chris Gayle - 22 centuries
- Babar Azam - 11 centuries
- David Warner - 10 centuries
- Virat Kohli - 9 centuries
- Rilee Rossouw - 9 centuries
Warner's career T20 numbers are truly impressive. He has now scored 13,918 runs from 431 matches. He maintains a strike rate of 140.45, with 10 hundreds and 115 fifties to his name.
Mitchell Starc Makes Long-Awaited BBL Return
The night held extra significance beyond Warner's heroics. Australian pace spearhead Mitchell Starc made his first Big Bash League appearance in eleven long seasons. Starc bowled his full quota of four overs, finishing with figures of 1 for 31. For the Sydney Sixers, English all-rounder Sam Curran emerged as the standout bowler. Curran claimed 3 wickets for 28 runs, applying crucial brakes to prevent Thunder from crossing the 200-run mark.
Warner Cements His Legacy in BBL History Books
Warner's century further solidified his legendary status within the Big Bash League. He now shares the record for most BBL hundreds with Ben McDermott and Steven Smith, each having three centuries. Even more remarkably, this ton marked Warner's eighth individual century of the ongoing 2025-26 BBL season. This is the highest number of centuries ever scored by a batter in a single edition of the tournament, setting a new benchmark for excellence.
The comparison with Virat Kohli's overall T20 career provides fascinating context. Kohli has compiled 13,543 runs from 414 matches. He averages 41.92 with a strike rate of 134.67, alongside his nine hundreds and 105 fifties. Warner's latest feat adds another glorious chapter to his storied T20 career, highlighting his consistency and destructive power at the top of the order.
