In an enthralling encounter between England Women and New Zealand Women, it was the visitors who emerged victorious by 56 runs. England have secured the ODI series as they took a 2-0 lead in the three-match ODI Series.
England posted a challenging total of 252 runs after being put into bat first by New Zealand. Tammy Beaumont led the charge with a resilient innings of 81 runs, well supported by Amy Jones, who contributed a vital 48 runs. Despite losing wickets at regular intervals, England managed to set a competitive target, thanks to valuable contributions from Heather Knight (37) and Kate Cross (20 not out). For New Zealand, Nat Sciver-Brunt was the pick of the bowlers, claiming three wickets for 21 runs.
In response, New Zealand faltered in their chase, losing wickets at crucial junctures. Brooke Halliday fought a lone battle, scoring a gritty 57 runs, but lacked support from the other end. Isabella Gaze chipped in with a resilient 47 runs, but it wasn’t enough to overhaul England’s total. England’s bowling attack led by Nat Sciver-Brunt (3 wickets for 21 runs) and Sophie Ecclestone (1 wicket for 27 runs) kept the pressure on the New Zealand batters throughout the innings. Despite a valiant effort from the lower order, New Zealand fell short of the target, managing to score 196 runs in their allotted 45 overs.
England’s victory was a collective team effort, with both bat and ball performing admirably to secure a comprehensive win. The bowlers maintained a tight line and length, while the batters laid the foundation with crucial contributions, ensuring a commanding performance on the field.
The result may have not gone New Zealand’s Way in this encounter but an event during the 9th over of the English innings has caught the eye of cricket fanatics across the globe.
Hannah Rowe, the medium pacer took an amazing catch of Lea Tahuhu’s bowling to dismiss the England opening batter Maia Bouchier.
She took a very acrobatic catch diving to her right to break a dangerous-looking opening partnership.
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Hannah Rowe takes an absolute blinder 😲#CricketTwitter pic.twitter.com/eR3wH65fpo
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