BBL 2023 | Twitter buzzes as Ashton Turner's IPL odyssey takes an unexpected injury twist

In the ninth encounter of BBL 13, Perth Scorchers squared off against Hobart Hurricanes at the iconic Optus Stadium, Perth. The home side struck early with the ball, reducing the opposition to 47/5 in 7.4 overs. It was in the 12th over that Turner introduced himself into the bowling, and suffered a sudden injury during the first ball of the over. 

The newly added member of the Super Giants was seen clutching his knee after releasing the ball against Nikhil Chaudhary. He seemed in agony and was limping, compelling the officials to summon medical attention. After thorough observation, the Scorchers’ skipper was taken off the field. 

The RPSG Group-owned franchise bought the capped international at his base price of 1 crore during the IPL 2024 auction to bolster the team’s middle order for the glitterati league. The injury of Turner may not just be a huge blow to the Scorchers community but also to his IPL 2024 fate. Despite on-air commentators downplaying the intensity of the injury, Turner's recurring wound raises concerns for his IPL team as was highlighted byt he Twitterati.

That's a serious injury

— Virat Sharma (@ViratSharm39743) 

After the fisrt ball

Ashton Turner off with a right knee injury after his first ball. Has been dealing with a niggle in the first part of the summer. Potentially a big blow for Scorchers.



Was purchased by Lucknow in last night's IPL auction, set for his first stint there since 2019.

— Jackson Barrett (@jbarrettsport) 

Playing well

    Fourth wicket for Behrendorf as Choudhary plays on for 40 (31). Hurricanes 103-6 after 15 overs, Behrendorf 4-0-25-4.

— Thomas Sutcliffe (@aspitweets) 

Its an inspiration

The bbl inspires players to new heights.

— bh (@autistic_xeeter) 

Want to see Indian players too

I actually want to see Indian players in other leagues like BBL, Hundred etc.. I think BCCI should let at least let uncapped guys play. Will be fun and they will also learn.

— Srinivas R (@srini_r_twit) 

Bowls pies

Lance bowls pies 

— Wal G (@Gisikus) 

Extraordinary time

Jason Behrendorff is having an extra ordinary BBL this time. Man is picking 2-3 wickets in every match nd that too in d powerplay only.

— Harsh Chandel (@Fanofmegastar) 

Super in BBL

Choudhary you are super in BBL good to see you

— ******Love & Pain****** (@athaf_2006) 

Great job

BBL do a great job with Hoops for Health, and the players work hard to deliver this outside of their usual schedule, but most people don’t even know it exists.

— Lexie_Kat_2022 (@22_Lex_kate)