‘On the beach’: Aussie slugger’s bigger aims

Australian power hitter Tim David insists that his massive six in Hobart went even farther than the official record suggests. He has set his sights on becoming a key force for Australia in next year’s T20 World Cup, aiming to “face more balls” and elevate his game.

Record-breaking performance in Hobart

During Sunday night’s clash with India, David smashed 74 runs from just 38 deliveries. One of his five towering sixes flew an astonishing 129 meters at Bellerive Oval—officially the longest six in T20 international history and the farthest ever recorded by Fox Cricket.

“It’s good fun hitting balls on the roof. I haven’t seen any balls up there and I haven’t hit any up there,”

The ball struck the stadium’s advertising sign on the grandstand roof, stopping what might have been an even greater hit.

“I was hoping it would land on the beach. It hit the top rung of that little advertising sign. I’m always dubious about the measurements.”

Focused on long-term development

David downplayed the impact of the India match on World Cup preparations, noting that India’s pitches can vary widely “depending on who they are playing.” His current focus is on adapting to his elevated position in the batting lineup under Australia’s aggressive new strategy.

Author’s summary

Tim David’s record-breaking six in Hobart fuels his goal to rise up the batting order and become a decisive force for Australia at the 2025 T20 World Cup.

News.com.au — 2025-11-03