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WBBL 2023 Final: Adelaide Strikers Women beat Brisbane Heat Women to lift the title
In the final of the Women’s Big Bash League, Adelaide Strikers Women beat Brisbane Heat Women by three runs on Saturday at Adelaide Oval to win the WBBL title 2023. Defending the total of 125, Adelaide Strikers Women restricted Brisbane Heat Women to 122/8 in (20) overs to win the coveted title. Adelaide Strikers pulled off a superb victory to emerge victorious in the final of the game. Amanda-Jade Wellington returned with the figures of three wickets from her four overs to get her team a brilliant win. Megan Schutt claimed two wickets to make her contribution in team’s win. Earlier, Adelaide Strikers Women had decided to bat after winning the toss as they had posted a modest total of (125) in (20) overs after losing five wickets. They had been helped by Laura Wolvaardt and skipper Tahlia McGrath after they both played their knocks of (39) and (38) respectively. Chasing the target, Brisbane Heat Women had a pleasant start with Grace Harris and Georgia Redmayne scoring (15) and (22) runs respectively. Amelia Kerr remained unbeaten on (30) as she lacked support from the other end after Brisbane Heat Women lost their wickets at regular intervals to succumb to the pressure. It’s a big disappointment for Brisbane Heat Women after being defeated in the final. This is Adelaide Strikers Women's back-to-back title victory!
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Steve Smith reveals his ambition to represent Australia at the 2028 Olympics
While much of Australian cricketing legend Steve Smith’s legacy is tied to Test cricket, he’s revealed his desire to represent Australia at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games, where cricket will make its long-awaited return. Smith stated that he grew up watching the Olympics, and an opportunity to represent Australia in the mega event would mean a lot.
“I've watched...
“Shubman Gill needs players like Virat and Rohit”: Former Indian cricketer Suresh Raina
The future of two of India’s most iconic cricketers, Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, in ODIs is increasingly becoming uncertain as it continues to remain a subject of intense debate. Having already stepped away from Test and T20I cricket, both players now face uncertainty regarding their presence in ODIs. There have been reports ...
England reveal white-ball squads for South Africa, Ireland series
England have revealed their white-ball squads for their upcoming assignments against South Africa, followed by a home T20I series against Ireland.
Starting 2 September at Headingley, England will host South Africa for three ODIs followed by three T20Is. Later, they will face Ireland in a three-match T20I series beginning in Malahide from ...
Karun Nair applauds Pant’s valiant knock in Manchester Test
Indian batter Karun Nair has lauded wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant for his extraordinary grit and determination during the fourth Test between India and England in Manchester. Pant suffered a painful foot injury on day one of the match after being struck on the right foot by a delivery from England pacer Chris Woakes while attempting a revers...
R Ashwin reveals he advised franchises to target Tim David at IPL 2025 auction
Former Indian off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has revealed that he had advised several Indian Premier League (IPL) franchises to go after big-hitting all-rounder Tim David ahead of the 2025 IPL auction. However, his suggestions were largely ignored. Meanwhile, in a smart move, Royal Challengers Bangaluru (RCB) snapped Tim David up for INR ...
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