BBL 2016/17: 5 best moments from the Melbourne Renegades-Sydney Thunder clash

#4 Not quite the young man’s game

Brad Hogg is not showing any signs of slowing down

There is often a perception that shorter the format, the more difficult it is for the older men. Try telling that to Brad Hogg. It has been more than 8 years since his international retirement and the shocking contemplation of suicide. For someone who enjoyed playing the game as much as putting smiles on the spectators’ faces, personal and professional life had threatened to collide.

However, his turnaround into a talisman in franchise cricket is nothing short of remarkable. The man, who will turn 46 shortly after the tournament ends, was at it again on a balmy night in Melbourne. He picked up 2 wickets and gave away only 22 runs from his full quota of overs. More importantly, his trademark unbridled celebration returned as well to enliven the atmosphere.