The former Australian Test cricketer produced a vintage 40 not out, dispatching the ball to all parts of the ground and helping the ACA Masters team to victory over a World Defence XI.

Lehmann voluntarily retired with three overs to spare, as the Masters compiled 2-198 off their 20 overs.

In reply the World Defence XI fell 78 runs short, but still provided plenty of big-hitting entertainment for the vocal crowd.

Almost five years have past since Lehmann last represented Australia, but the powerful left-hander looked as stylish as ever.

His unorthodox elegance is perfect for the shorter version of the game, and he proved it with a combination of drives, flicks, and audacious reverse sweeps.

The 39-year-old is a big fan of the Twenty20 format, and is heavily involved with the shortest form of the game as coach of the Deccan Chargers in the Indian Premier League.

Lehmann said he was enjoying his role in the worldwide Twenty20 revolution, which he believed would play a big part in the future of cricket.

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