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The Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) 2024 delivered another exciting clash as Hobart Hurricanes faced Melbourne Renegades in Match 35 at the picturesque 💧Bellerive Oval. The match saw standout performances from , and an al🦋l-round disciplined performance from the Renegades, which helped them claim a 22-run victory.
Georgia Wareham takes Melbourne Renegades to a competitive total
Electing to bat first, Melbourne Renegades posted a decent total of 150/5 in their allotted 20 overs. Wareham was the standout performer with the bat, smashing an aggressive 69 off 45 balls, including six boundaries and three sixes. She was well-supported by Naomi Stalenberg, who contributed a steady 36 off 32 balls. While the Hurricanes’ bowlers applied early pressure, Wareham’s counterattack in the middle overs tilted the momentum. was the pick of the bowlers for Hobart, claiming 3 wickets for 26 runs in her 4 overs.
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Hobart Hurricanes stumble in the chase
In response, the Hurricanes faced an uphill battle and managed only 128/8 in their 20 overs. Elyse Villani anchored the innings with 36 off 35 balls, but the rest of the batting lineup struggled to build partnerships. Chloe Tryon added a quick 24 off 18 balls, and Kathryn Bryce showed 🍌some late resistance with 16 off 11, but the target proved too steep.
Milly Illingworth led the Renegades’ bowling attack with a brilliant spell, conceding just 13 runs in her 4 overs and picking up a crucial wicket. Sophie Molineux also shone with figures of 2/26 in her full quota. Th♕e disciplined bowling performance ensured that the Hurricanes never gained the required momentum.
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