Sydney sixers produced a spirited all-round performance The Hobart Hurricanes their first defeat Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) 2025 The season ends with one win from 11 in a tight contest at Bellerive Oval. Days after suffering the embarrassment of bowing out for 42, the two-time champion showed remarkable character by defending the accolade with discipline, patience and a late glow. Ashley Gardner.
Sophia Dunkley-Ellyse Perry Stand sleeps the platform
First the bat choice opened with alter, openness and intention Sophia Dunkley and Ellyse Perry A solid 75-run partnership is glued together. Dunkley was aggressive along the stand, crisp on the ball and finding gaps with precision. His 46-ball, eight-boundary half-century provided the much-needed batsmen after a string of wickets at the bottom earlier in the tournament.
Perry played his crossover role effectively, establishing a rotating and stable base. But once the duo broke up, the shots took an unexpected downward spiral. The Sixers slipped from a comfortable position in a matter of minutes, losing five wickets for just four runs. Heather Graham’s 4/29 sensational post exploits this vulnerability, triggering the collapse and denying the visitors a chance to push a bigger total.
Despite their dramatic slip, Sydney’s bowlers had a competitive score to defend, something they had failed to achieve in their previous outings.
Hobart Hurricanes’ Ashleigh Gardner breaks down in the finish courtesy of brilliance
148, chasing the Hobart Hurricanes looked good for a sixth straight win. Elyse Villani He wielded his rifle with a single claw, guiding the fiends through challenging phases and moving the scoreboard. His unbeaten 42 kept the Hurricanes in the hunt despite losing wickets regularly.
At 128/6, the home side ran out favorites in the required 19 overs from the last three overs. But Gardner had other ideas. Gardner, who had 34 runs in his first three overs, ended with the match hanging in the balance. What a game-changing blast it was.
First ball Hayley silver-Holmes cleared. Next delivery sent Molly is weirdStall stalls as he tries to repeat the previous shot. Lauren Smith Then, he was rushed to attempt a curled shot, picking Dunkley at extra cover. He flew the contest with three wickets in six balls. Needing 18 to 19, the Hurricanes suddenly have only the No. 11 left. Dinsey Smith Supporting Villa.
Lauren Cheatle It was not surprising that there was no twist in the tale, with the first ball of the penultimate. Smith’s dismissal sealed the result, restricting the Hurricanes to 136 in 18.4 overs and giving the sixers a much-needed victory.
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