The highly anticipated 3rd match of the Women’s Big Bash League 2024/25 will see Perth Scorchers Women taking on Melbourne Stars Women on Sunday. With Perth Scorchers missing their captain Sophie Devine who is on National duty, Beth Mooney will lead the team while Melbourne Stars Women will be captained by Annabel Sutherland. The match will be played at the pace and bounce-friendly Western Australia Cricket Association Ground, making chasing a favorable option. Perth Scorchers Women are expected to have an upper hand in this match based on their recent form.
In a must-win match for New Zealand, skipper Sophie Devine won the toss and chose to bat first against India in the 2nd Women's ODI at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. In the previous match, India won by 59 runs thanks to strong performances by debutant Tejal Hasabnis and all-rounder Deepti Sharma, who scored 42 and 41 runs, respectively. The Indian team will look for a repeat performance to secure the series win.
In an intense final match, New Zealand's women's cricket team secured their first-ever T20 World Cup championship by defeating South Africa by 32 runs. The Whiter Ferns dominated the game, posting a formidable total of 158/5 in their batting innings and successfully defended it by limiting the Protea women to 126/9. New Zealand's star captain Sophie Devine led her team to victory, while South Africa's Laura Wolvaardt fought valiantly in a losing effort. The historic win marks New Zealand's first T20 Women's World Cup title after failing to clinch it twice before.
Amelia Kerr, the young gun of New Zealand cricket, has fulfilled a childhood dream by leading her team to their first-ever T20 World Cup title. In a stunning all-round performance in the final against South Africa, she not only played a crucial role with the bat but also took three wickets to help secure a 32-run victory. This triumph is even more special for Kerr as it was Sophie Devine, a player she looked up to since she was 9, who inspired her to take up cricket while watching the final of the 2010 Women's T20 World Cup. Despite facing challenges and doubts, New Zealand remained resilient and emerged as champions, proving that dreams do come true.
New Zealand claimed their first ever Women’s T20 World Cup title in Dubai International Stadium with a 32-run victory over South Africa. Captain Sophie Devine and her team scraped past the semifinal and went into the final after a string of 10 consecutive losses in T20Is. However, they were led by an all-round performance by Amelia Kerr, who top scored with a 38-ball 43 and took a crucial wicket in the final against South Africa. Brooke Halliday also played a valuable innings of 38 runs in 28 deliveries. For South Africa, captain Laura Wolvaardt chose to bowl first but New Zealand put up a challenging total of 158-5 in 20 overs. Nonkululeko Mlaba took 2-31 for South Africa. However, in the end, it was New Zealand's night to lift the trophy as they dominated over South Africa in all departments.
After years of struggles and heartbreaking losses, New Zealand's women's team, known as the White Ferns, finally emerged as the champions in the T20 World Cup. Led by veteran players Sophie Devine, Suzie Bates, and Lea Tahuhu, the team had a near-flawless campaign, sweeping away every opponent in their path after a stunning opening match against India. This victory marks New Zealand's fourth ICC title, with the men's team winning the Champions Trophy in 2000 and the World Test Championship in 2021, and the women's team winning the ODI World Cup in 2000.
The world was hit with devastating news when former One Direction member Liam Payne tragically passed away earlier this week. Fellow bandmate Josh Devine took to social media to express his heartbreak, sharing memories and heartfelt prayers for Liam's family. The beloved band, known for their chart-topping hits and legions of fans, captured the hearts of millions worldwide. Despite the tragic news, their music and legacy will live on.
In a dominant performance, the New Zealand Women's cricket team secured their spot in the semi-finals of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2024 by defeating Pakistan by 54 runs. Led by captain Sophie Devine, the Kiwis displayed exemplary all-round skills to outclass their opponents. With this loss, both Pakistan and India have been knocked out of the tournament, paving the way for the remaining teams to fight for the coveted title.
In a thrilling match at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium, the New Zealand women's team showed their dominance on the field as they defeated Sri Lanka by a huge margin of 9 wickets. The highlight of the match was the impressive performance by the New Zealand bowlers, with Rosemary Mair and Leigh Kasperek taking three wickets each. The dynamic duo of Suzie Bates and Sophie Devine also played a crucial role in securing the victory for their team. With this win, New Zealand is now one step closer to claiming the title of T20 World Cup 2024 champions.
In a thrilling match at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, New Zealand's women's cricket team sets a challenging target of 161 runs for India to chase. Richa Ghosh and Deepti Sharma, the four-down players, are leading India's fight to reach the target. With strong performances from Sophie Devine, Rosemary Mair, and Lea Tahuhu, New Zealand was able to post a total of 160 for 4. The game is on, and the audience is eagerly watching to see if India can score the required runs and secure a spot in the semi-finals.