In the 24th match Women’s Big Bash League 2024 (WBBL)Perth Scorchers scored a clear 74 run win over the table players Sydney Thunder In a bowler-dominated clash at Drummoyne Oval. Sophie Devine‘s brilliant leadership and Scorcher’s clinical bowling performance helped them climb to second place in the points table.
Perth Scorchers set a competitive total
After winning the toss and electing to bat, the Scorchers posted a competitive 171 for the loss of 7 wickets in 20 overs. Captain Devine managed a brilliant 48 off 34 balls which included six fours and a powerful six. Leaning Hemalatha He provided crucial support, smashing 4 off 41 and 6 off 26 deliveries.
Despite contributions from the top order, the Scorchers were held back by the Thunder bowlers in particular Shabnim Ismail He spelled 2 wickets in his four overs and Chamari Athapathu who also claimed 2 scalps.
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Scorchers’ bowlers dominate with collective effort
Chasing 172, Sydney Thunder struggled to find momentum against a disciplined Scorchers bowling attack. captain Phoebe Litchfield He scored a valiant 27 off 22 balls, but the rest of the innings faltered under relentless pressure. Perth Scorchers’ bowlers were hunted in packs, with all six bowlers taking wickets.
The Scorchers’ bowlers were particularly clinical Amy Louise Edgar His was the standout bowling, claiming 3 wickets in 3.3 overs Ebony Hoskin He bowled a miserly spell, picking up two wickets in three overs for just 10 runs and an excellent economy of 3.30.
19 years old Chloe Ainsworth impressed with his medium-pace bowling, scoring 2 wickets in four innings and winning the Man of the Match award. Thunder were eventually bundled out for 97 in 19.3 overs, well short of the target. This dominant performance by the Scorchers not only handed the Thunder their second loss of the season but also boosted their playoff ambitions.
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