Aidan O'Connor reaches first century for Greater Northern Raiders
The 20-year-old scored 117 runs in the Greater Northern Raiders' two-wicket chase.
O'Connor came in at number four and built a 157-run partnership with Brayden DeVries as the Greater Northern Raiders chased down South Hobart-Sandy Bay's 6-296 on Saturday. The team won with nine balls to spare.
At 20, O'Connor said the century felt overdue after being tipped as a prospect for years. Brayden DeVries kept him level-headed during the chase.
O'Connor is also contracted with Sydney Thunder in the Big Bash. "I'm at the age now where I need to put up some decent numbers to get another chance at higher honours," he said.
- 117 runs
- O'Connor's score
- 157 runs
- Partnership with DeVries
- 6-296
- Target chased
- 20 years old
- O'Connor's age
Why it mattersMaiden centuries help young players push for selection in elite competitions; O'Connor is working toward national team opportunities.
AustraliaTasmanian cricket pathway story; O'Connor balances local club cricket with Big Bash commitments.
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