Sydney Thunder against a hard-fought six-wicket victory The Hobart Hurricanes In a knockout clash Women’s Big Head League (WBBL) 2024 At Drummoyne Oval. Closed by innings compiled by Man of the Match, Phoebe LitchfieldThunder chased down a modest target of 127 with one to spare.
Hobart Hurricanes’ inconsistent batting leads to a low total
After electing to bat, Hobart Hurricanes struggled to build momentum against a disciplined Sydney Thunder bowling attack. The Hurricanes managed a total of 126/6 in 20 overs Elyse Villani 42 runs off 42 balls including six boundaries and a six as the captain played 53 shots. Lizelle Lee Contributed 23 runs off 26 balls, but the rest of the top-order failed against Thunder’s effective bowling.
Chamari Athapathu and Taneale Peschel Sydney shone with the ball for the Thunder, taking two wickets each and conceding just 24 runs in four overs. Samantha Bates was exceptional with her tight line and length, returning figures of 0/14 in four overs and unable to accelerate the Hurricanes’ pace at the death.
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Phoebe Litchfield leads Sydney Thunder to victory and Challenger qualification
Chasing 127, Sydney Thunder’s innings started with a swing Georgia is complete dismissed for a duck. Athapaththu steadied the innings with a patient 38 off 31 balls, but it was skipper Lichfield’s composed and stylish knock that turned the game in Thunder’s favour. Litchfield top-scored with 36 off 46 balls, hitting five fours and a six, and maintained a steady partnership with him. Anika LearoydContributing valuable 23 off 24 balls.
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Late fireworks Georgia AdamsHe broke the boundary in his first delivery, and sealed the match for Thunder. Thunder will meet now Brisbane Heat in the Challenger, scheduled to begin on November 29 in Brisbane.
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