Men’s Hundred | Twitter erupts to Nathan Ellis' menacing beamer agonising Alex Hales

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08/08/2024

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A beamer can be a powerful weapon for a fast bowler but if it's not executed properly, it can lead to a batter’s injury. Such was the scene in the contest between London Spirits and Trent Rockets where Nathan Ellis’ deadly beamer sailed through Alex Hales’ lower back, causing him pain.

‌Trent Rockets’ decision to bat first didn't pan out well as they lost their opener Adam Lyth on the fourth delivery. However, Alex Hales and Tom Banton built a solid partnership of 82 runs, cruising the score to 72/1 in just 49 deliveries. Though Banton departed thereafter, Hales continued his impressive form scoring a 30-ball half-century. But his run spree was momentarily interrupted when Nathan Ellis bowled a dangerous beamer, causing the English opener considerable pain and halting the game for a while.

On the 82nd delivery, the Aussie pacer came over the wicket and bowled a full-toss delivery aimed at Hales' body. Hales missed the ball while attempting to heave it over the on-side, and the white rock ended up hitting his rib cage. As soon as it struck him, Hales was in visible pain, dropping his bat as he jumped from the impact. The physio sprinted onto the field and immediately attended to the injured Hales. Meanwhile, Ellis quickly went over to check on Hales, who was ready to play again after a brief pause. The umpire called it a no-ball, and Ellis had to bowl again. Witnessing this, the Twitterverse shared their emotions on social media.

God that would have hurt him badly!

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— Gill Bill (@bill_gill76078) August 7, 2024

That's typical running!

London Spirit weren't convinced they'd got the run-out until there was a review! 👀#TheHundred | #RoadToTheEliminator
— The Hundred (@thehundred) August 7, 2024

Good one!

A direct hit run-out! 🎯

This is pinpoint precision from Michael Pepper to remove the dangerous Alex Hales! 😮#TheHundred | #RoadToTheEliminator pic.twitter.com/fLehLaMxP8
— The Hundred (@thehundred) August 7, 2024

He hit a massive six!

When are teams going to start using rashid khan properly with the willow?
— Cam (@_chef5_) August 7, 2024

Huge one!

Massive Last ball 6⃣ from Rashid Khan off Richard Gleeson #TheHundred
— Abhijeet ♞ (@TheYorkerBall) August 7, 2024

He is brilliant today!

Alex Hales has been bludgeoning every ball within his reach all innings! #TheHundred
— OYUGI BERYL (@Oyugi06) August 7, 2024

Hahaha!

Alex Hales is motoring along at Trent Bridge! 🤯

The hard-hitting batter has passed 50 runs! 💥#TheHundred | #RoadToTheEliminator pic.twitter.com/iJxoiN5iTs
— The Hundred (@thehundred) August 7, 2024

Yeah!

Hit perfectly 😮‍💨

Alex Hales is up and running! 👏#TheHundred | #RoadToTheEliminator pic.twitter.com/Dzu538iHvz
— The Hundred (@thehundred) August 7, 2024

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Men’s Hundred | Twitter erupts to Nathan Ellis' menacing beamer agonising Alex Hales

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