"Tennis legend Novak Djokovic attends Melbourne derby, stunned by Stoinis’ sky-high shot and Williamson's catch."
"Tennis legend Novak Djokovic attends Melbourne derby, stunned by Stoinis’ sky-high shot and Williamson's catch." Novak Djokovic, the Serbian tennis legend, stole the spotlight at the Big Bash League (BBL) Melbourne derby between the Stars and the Renegades with his priceless reaction to Marcus Stoinis' unusual dismissal. Currently in Melbourne to prepare for the Australian Open, Djokovic made a memorable appearance at the Marvel Stadium during Sunday’s match.
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The key moment came during the eighth over when Stars captain Marcus Stoinis attempted a massive hit. Despite launching the ball sky-high, the timing was slightly off, and it landed comfortably in Kane Williamson's hands at long-on. Djokovic, visibly stunned, watched the ball nearly graze the stadium roof before being caught. Stoinis, who scored 18 off 10 balls, shared a look of disbelief as he walked back to the pavilion.
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Even @DjokerNole couldn't believe this!
— KFC Big Bash League (@BBL) January 12, 2025
Marcus Stoinis gets caught after hitting a high ball, and Novak Djokovic reacts accordingly! #BBL14 pic.twitter.com/7eaGv3xLza
While Stoinis’ dismissal became the highlight for Djokovic, Glenn Maxwell’s scintillating 90 off 52 balls guided the Stars to a formidable total of 165. Maxwell’s knock included four boundaries and ten towering sixes, showcasing his power-hitting prowess.
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The Renegades struggled in their chase, managing only 161, as Mark Steketee delivered an outstanding bowling performance. Steketee claimed a five-wicket haul, conceding just 17 runs in his four-over spell, securing a thrilling victory for the Stars.
On the tennis front, Djokovic is gearing up for his campaign at the Rod Laver Arena, where he will face Nishesh Basavareddy of the United States in his opening match on Monday. The 36-year-old is chasing his 24th Grand Slam title and a remarkable 100th career title on the ATP Tour. Earlier this year, Djokovic competed in the Brisbane International, where he lost to Reilly Opelka in the quarterfinals.
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Novak Djokovic, Marcus Stoinis, Big Bash League 2025, Glenn Maxwell, Melbourne Derby, Australian Open 2025, Tennis and Cricket, Viral Reactions, Kane Williamson, Mark Steketee
