8 fours, 9 sixes – Quinton de Kock smashes his maiden century in the CPL history

Quinton de Kock, on Saturday, smashed his maiden century in the history of Caribbean Premier League (CPL), leading his team to victory and etching his name in the tournament’s history. The Barbados Royals wicketkeeper-batter showcased his explosive batting skills against Guyana Amazon Warriors at Kensington Oval in Bridgetown, scoring an impressive century that included 8 fours and 9 sixes.

Quinton de Kock leaves spectators in awe

De Kock’s knock was a masterclass in aggressive batting, as he dominated the Guyana bowlers and kept the scoreboard ticking at a rapid pace. His century not only marked a personal milestone but also played a crucial role in his team’s success in the match. The explosive innings was a testament to his ability to perform under pressure and his knack for turning games around with his batting prowess.

Phenomenal performance from Quinton De Kock.

Well deserved Dream11 MVP accolade. 👏 #CPL24 #BRvGAW #CricketPlayedLouder #BiggestPartyInSport #Dream11 @Dream11 pic.twitter.com/ekOaXiKqIO

— CPL T20 (@CPL) September 15, 2024

Fans and analysts alike were left in awe of de Kock’s performance, which has drawn comparisons to some of the greats in T20 cricket. His ability to clear the boundary with ease and find gaps in the field has made him one of the most feared batsmen in the shortest format.

What a magical moment for Quinton de Kock.

Congratulations on your century!!! 👏 #CPL24 #BRvGAW #CricketPlayedLouder #BiggestPartyInSport #Sky365 pic.twitter.com/yY2Ez2TZkD

— CPL T20 (@CPL) September 15, 2024

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De Kock’s ton powers Barbados Royals to the top

Barbados Royals clinched a 32-run victory over Guyana Amazon Warriors in the 16th match of CPL 2024, thanks to a brilliant century from Quinton de Kock. His 115 off 68 balls helped Royals post a mammoth total of 205/6 on the scoreboard. Jason Holder‘s late flourish (28 not out off 10 balls) provided valuable support.

In reply, Amazon Warriors struggled to keep up with the required run rate and were eventually restricted for 173/5. Left-arm spinner Keshav Maharaj was the pick of the bowlers for the Royals with 3/42, while Holder claimed two scalps while conceded 32 runs. With this win, the Royals have moved to the top of the table, having 8 points in 5 matches.