Marie Kelly drives Northern Superchargers to crucial win over Welsh Fire – The Hundred Women 2023

In an enthralling clash of The Hundred Women 2023, Northern Superchargers emerged victorious against Welsh Fire by 16 runs at Headingley. After winning the toss, Northern Superchargers elected to bat and put up a competitive total of 144/4 in their allotted 100 balls.

Marie Kelly was the standout performer for Northern Superchargers, exhibiting a stellar display of batting prowess. She smashed 69 runs off 46 deliveries, comprising 9 fours, leading her team’s charge. Supported by Phoebe Litchfield‘s brisk 40 off 26 balls, including 6 fours and a six, the Superchargers set a challenging target for the opposition.

The Welsh Fire bowlers put up a valiant effort, with Alex Hartley and Freya Davies picking up crucial wickets to curtail the Superchargers’ run flow. Shabnim Ismail and Sophia Dunkley also chipped in with a wicket each, but they had their hands full against the aggressive batting line-up.

Also READ: England name T20I & ODI squads for Sri Lanka series; Mahika Gaur, Bess Heath earn maiden call-ups

Disciplined bowling from Superchargers restrict Fire under 130

In response, Welsh Fire faced a challenging task and managed to post a total of 128/8 in their 100 balls. Laura Harris showcased an impressive knock, contributing 37 runs off just 20 balls, featuring 5 fours and 2 sixes. However, the Superchargers’ bowlers, led by Kate Cross and Grace Ballinger, maintained their composure and picked up crucial wickets at regular intervals.

Cross and Ballinger stood out with their bowling performances, both securing two wickets apiece, while Alice Davidson-Richards and Lucy Higham chipped in with two wickets each as well. The Superchargers’ collective bowling effort restricted the Welsh Fire’s chase and ensured their victory.

Also READ: India women captain Harmanpreet Kaur stands firm despite ban following heated ODI against Bangladesh

At the end of the encounter, Northern Superchargers emerged triumphant by a margin of 16 runs. The Player of the Match accolade was rightfully bestowed upon Kelly for her exceptional batting display, which proved to be the cornerstone of the Superchargers’ victory.

https://twitter.com/WomenCricketHQ/status/1694214148325024018

This article was first published at WomenCricket.com, a Cricket Times company.

For latest cricket news & updates, visit CricketTimes.com.

from Cricket Times https://ift.tt/dBCAayp

August 23, 2023 at 12:00PM