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WATCH: Johan Botha Breaks Bat On First Ball

It happened in the 19th over of the Hobart Hurricanes' innings against Brisbane Heat.

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WATCH: Johan Botha Breaks Bat On First Ball
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The former South African ODI captain Johan Botha on Saturday broke his bat in two halves on the very first ball he faced during a Big Bash League (BBL) match at Carrara Oval, Queensland.

Coming into bat in the 19th over of the Hobart Hurricanes' innings, Botha went for a swing against Brisbane Heat pacer Mark Steketee delivery.

Here's what happened, watch:

The match was reduced to a 19-over-a-side affair. Batting first Hurricanes posted 159/6.

Then, they bowled out Heat for 144 with two balls to spare to set up a 15-run won.

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