In the 20th game of Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) 2024, Brisbane heat narrowly defeated Adelaide Strikers by 8 runs at the Gabba, Brisbane. Brisbane goalkeeper Georgia Redmayne played a sharp shot that proved crucial, dismissing Adelaide’s Tahlia McGrath during a key moment in the second innings of the match.
Georgia Redmayne’s quick reflexes
McGrath’s dismissal in the 10th over became a defining moment of the game. Facing up Nadine de KlerkMcGrath was looking to advance up the pitch for a big shot. However, de Klerk delivered a ball wide that left McGrath stranded. Redmayne, displaying impressive agility behind the stumps, quickly collected the ball and removed the bails, dismissing McGrath for 25 runs, 24 balls with four fours.
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QUEEN OF STUMPING 👑
Georgia Redmayne in another incredible pair of gloves! #WBBL10 pic.twitter.com/hbfP6CjsAH
— Weber Women’s Big Bash League (@WBBL) November 9, 2024
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Adelaide’s pursuit fails despite the heroics of Bridget Penna and Madeline Patterson
Batting first, Brisbane Heat posted a strong total, posting 175 for the loss of six wickets in their allotted 20 overs. Jemimah Rodrigues led the charge with a scintillating knock, amassing 61 runs off just 40 deliveries. Her innings, studded with seven fours and a six, came at an impressive strike rate of 152.50 and helped Brisbane set a formidable target. Brisbane’s top-order and middle-order batting contributed effectively, keeping the Adelaide bowlers under pressure throughout the innings.
In reply, the Adelaide Strikers put up a determined fight, finishing at 167 for 4 in their 20 overs. Middle order blocks Bridget Patterson AND Madeline Penna played crucial roles, scoring half-centuries and keeping hopes of a successful chase alive till the last ball. Despite their valiant efforts, the Adelaide duo could not push the team to victory as the Brisbane bowlers held their nerve in the final overs to secure a win.
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