In the 20th match Women’s Big Head League (WBBL) 2024, Brisbane Heat narrowly defeated Adelaide Strikers 8 runs at The Gabba, Brisbane. Brisbane’s goalkeeper Georgia Redmayne Declining the role of Adelaide, she took the role with a sharp stump that proved pivotal. Tahlia McGrath at a crucial moment in the second innings of the match.
Georgia Redmayne’s quick reflexes
McGrath’s dismissal in the 10th minute was the decisive moment of the game. Face to face Nadine de KlerkMcGrath wanted to move up the pitch for a big shot. However, de Klerk delivered a ball wide which left McGrath stranded. Redmayne, showing impressive agility behind the stumps, quickly collected the ball and dismissed McGrath for 25 runs with four fours off 24 balls.
We present the video:
Queen of Sharp 👑
Georgia Redmayne with another incredible glove job! #WBBL10 pic.twitter.com/hbfP6CjsAH
— Weber Women’s Big Bash League (@WBBL) November 9, 2024
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Despite the heroics of Bridget Penna and Madeline Patterson, Adelaide’s chase ends shortly.
In the first innings, Brisbane Heat posted a strong total of 175 for the loss of six wickets in the allotted 20 overs. Jemima Rodrigues He led the charge with brilliant batting, scoring 61 runs off just 40 deliveries. His innings, stacked with seven fours and a six, came at an impressive strike rate of 152.50 and helped Brisbane set up a huge target. Brisbane’s top and middle-order batting contributed effectively, keeping Adelaide’s bowlers under pressure throughout the innings.
In reply, the Adelaide Strikers fought back determinedly, finishing at 167 for 4 in 20 overs. Medium pastries Bridget Patterson and Madeline Penna played crucial roles, scoring both half-centuries and keeping hopes of a successful chase alive till the last ball. Despite their valiant efforts, the Adelaide duo could not propel the team to victory as Brisbane’s bowlers held their nerve in the final innings to secure victory.
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