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Beth Mooney once again demonstrated why she remains one of the elite performers in women’s T20 cricket, crafting a sublime 94* off 61 balls to propel Perth Scorchers to a commanding seven-wicket victory over Brisbane Heat and seal a place in the playoffs.
Beth Mooney dominates Perth Scorchers’ chase with class and control
Chasing 165, anchored the innings with signature calmness and precision, taking the Scorchers home with four balls to spare at the WACA on Saturday, December 6.
The triumph not only strengthens Perth’s position in the finals race but also eliminates any lingering hope for the Heat, who finish the season without a single win.
Opening the innings, Mooney was in complete command from ball one, striking 12 fours in a fluent knock that showcased her ability to shift gears effortlessly. Her innings was a blend of touch and timing, ensuring the Scorchers never lost grip on the required rate while also shielding her inexperienced middle order from scoreboard pressure.
Mooney built three crucial partnerships throughout the chase:
- 42 for the first wicket with Katie Mack (10 off 13), laying the platform
- 67 for the second wicket with Maddy Darke (24 off 22), stabilising after early innings movement
- 37 for the third wicket with skipper Sophie Devine (13 off 14), pushing the chase into the death overs
England all-rounder Freya Kemp provided a late flourish, staying unbeaten on 12 off 6 balls, as the Scorchers crossed the line with a confident finish.
Mooney’s unbeaten 94 – one of her finest innings in orange – puts her firmly in the conversation for the WBBL|11 Player of the Tournament, especially given her consistency at the top of the order.
Player of the Match: Beth Mooney 🏏
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Georgia Redmayne leads Brisbane Heat’s effort, but winless season ends bitterly
Earlier, Brisbane Heat posted 164/7, a competitive total built around Georgia Redmayne’s excellently paced 57 off 47 balls. Redmayne found pockets of momentum through the middle overs, but regular wickets prevented the Heat from accelerating into the 170-180 region needed to challenge a strong Scorchers top order.
Despite useful cameos, Heat’s inability to convert starts once again cost them dearly – a recurring theme in a campaign that ends without a win. Their bowling attack showed initial discipline but had no answers to Mooney’s measured assault.
Perth Scorchers register dominant win over Brisbane Heat
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WBBL|11 finals scenario: Scorchers’ knockout path hinges on Sydney Sixers and Adelaide Strikers result
With the victory, the Scorchers have guaranteed a spot in the WBBL|11 knockout phase, but their exact route to the final will be determined by the result of Sydney Sixers versus Adelaide Strikers on Sunday.
If Sixers win:
- Sixers finish 2nd
- Scorchers drop to 3rd
- Scorchers must win both the knockout and challenger to reach the final
If Sixers lose:
- Scorchers secure 2nd place
- They go straight into the Challenger, needing only one win to face Hobart Hurricanes in the 13 December final
Regardless of results elsewhere, Perth’s emphatic display has sent a strong message: with Beth Mooney in peak form and their batting unit clicking, the Scorchers are a major threat heading into the playoffs of WBBL|11.
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