WBBL 2023: Charli Knott’s all-round effort help Brisbane Heat pip Melbourne Renegades in a thriller

In a gripping encounter that unfolded at the Junction Oval, the Brisbane Heat Women emerged victorious against the Melbourne Renegades Women in Match 2 of the Women’s Big Bash League 2023.

Harris, Redmayne take Brisbane to competitive total

Winning the toss, the Melbourne Renegades Women elected to bowl first, putting the Brisbane Heat Women in 💖to bat. The Heat Wo♊men posted a formidable total of 187/9 in their allotted 20 overs, thanks to some notable contributions from their top-order batters.

and Georgia Redmayne were the standout performers for💖 the Brisbane Heat. Harris, who opened the innings, played a scintillating knock, scoring 49 r💛uns off 26 deliveries, featuring 6 fours and 2 sixes. Redmayne complemented her partner well, also amassing 49 runs, albeit off 39 balls, with 7 fours to her name.

Despite the strong start, wickets kept falling at regular intervals. ‘s explosive 23 off 12 balls and Bess Heath‘s quickfire 19 off 9 contributed crucially to the Heat Women’s total. The Renegades Women bowlers shared the spoils, with Hayley Matthews, Sarah Coyte, and Georgia Prestwidge among the wicket-takers.

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Knott, Glenn drive Brisbane to a thrilling win

In reply, the Melbourne Renegades Women made a valiant effort to chase down the target but ultimately fell just short, ending their innings at 181/8 in 20 overs. , who looked in scintillating form, led the charge with a quickfire 34 off 18 balls, featuring 4 fours and 2 sixes. Matthews and Georgia Wareham played cru💮cial roles, contributing 20 and 36 runs, respectively💛.

The Brisbane Heat Women’s bowlers, led by and Knott, managed to stifle the Renegades Women’s run chase. Glenn was the pick of the bowlers, claiming a remarkable four-wicket haul for just 23 runs in her 4 overs. Knott provided crucial breakthroughs and ended with three wickets.

In the end, the Melbourne Renegades Women fell agonizingly short by just 6 runs, providing an enthralling contest for the fans. The✅ Brisbane Heat Women showcased their all-around prowess and secured a hard-fought victory in this clash.

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