Nathan Ellis is a title-winning skipper: The “proud” captain would later get that wicket of Sangha to finish with 3-23 off his four overs before the Mitchell Owen show rolled in and victory was snared.
Not only did Ellis lead Hobart to their first BBL title, but he became the first bowling captain to win a BBL crown with Monday night’s victory. The seven-wicket win ensured Hobart become just the second team in the past seven BBL deciders to claim victory batting second.
“We played some bloody brilliant cricket … we deserved to be here tonight,” he said.
“It feels pretty surreal (the title win).
“Speechless is probably the best word for it – it’s been a long time coming.
“What an occasion. What a game. I feel so proud.
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“I feel quite emotional right now – we’ve got a hell of a group. We worked really hard … we deserve to be winners.”
The seven-wicket win ensured Hobart become just the second team in the past seven BBL deciders to claim victory batting second.
