‘On the beach’: Aussie slugger’s bigger aims

‘On the Beach’: Aussie Slugger’s Bigger Aims

Australian power-hitter Tim David insists that his enormous six in Hobart traveled farther than the official record shows. With eyes set on the T20 World Cup next year, he aims to face more deliveries and establish himself as a key player in Australia’s lineup.

After nearly sending a ball out of the stadium in Hobart, David shared his ambition to elevate his game. During Sunday’s match against India, he smashed 74 runs from just 38 balls but noted that the result had minimal effect on preparations, as India’s pitches often vary by opponent.

One of his five sixes at Bellerive Oval reached an astounding 129 meters — the longest ever recorded in T20 internationals and the biggest measured by Fox Cricket. The shot might have gone even farther if it hadn’t struck a sign on the stadium roof.

“It’s good fun hitting balls on the roof. I haven’t seen any up there, and I haven’t hit any up there,” David said. “I was hoping it would land on the beach. It hit the top rung of that little advertising sign. I’m always dubious about the measurements.”

David enjoys his recent promotion up the batting order, part of Australia’s aggressive approach designed to strengthen their World Cup campaign. His confidence and power-hitting signal a growing impact on the international stage.

Author’s Summary

Tim David’s record-breaking six in Hobart fuels his ambition to become a major force for Australia in the upcoming T20 World Cup.

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