Cricket Highlights, Sept 24: New Zealand Women tour of Australia 2024 (3rd T20) – New Zealand Women vs Australia Women

NZ W vs AUS W (3rd T20) – Highlights

In this article, we will discuss the thrilling 3rd T20I match between Australia Women and New Zealand Women, held in Brisbane on September 24, 2024. Australia Women emerged victorious by 5 wickets with 5 balls to spare, chasing down New Zealand’s target of 147 in 19.1 overs. 

Despite strong performances from New Zealand’s Georgia Plimmer and Amelia Kerr, Australia’s top and middle-order contributions, led by Ellyse Perry and Ashleigh Gardner, secured the win, allowing them to take the series. We will break down the key moments and performances from both teams in this closely contested match.

In the 3rd T20I of New Zealand Women’s tour of Australia, played in Brisbane on September 24, 2024, Australia Women clinched a nail-biting 5-wicket win with 5 balls remaining. NZ W set a competitive target, finishing their innings at 146/6, with key contributions from the middle order. 

However, AUS W successfully chased down the 147-run target, scoring 148/5 in 19.1 overs. Their disciplined batting display ensured a comfortable finish, securing the series with a decisive victory. This win further underscored Australia Women’s dominance and ability to close out matches under pressure.

In their 20 overs, the women from New Zealand scored 146/6 for their innings. Georgia Wareham removed Suzie Bates after she scored 19 runs off of 17 balls, giving the innings a head start. With five fours and one six in a fast-paced 53 off 48 balls, Georgia Plimmer set the tone for the innings.

Amelia Kerr supported with a valuable 40 off 36 balls, but after their dismissals, New Zealand struggled to maintain momentum. Skipper Sophie Devine fell cheaply for 5, while Annabel Sutherland and Georgia Wareham kept the pressure with key wickets, taking 2 wickets each. Maddy Green added a quickfire 12* off 5 balls towards the end, helping New Zealand reach a competitive 146/6.

Australia’s bowling attack was led by Georgia Wareham (2/21) and Annabel Sutherland (2/23), who took crucial wickets at pivotal moments, restricting New Zealand’s scoring rate in the final overs.

AUS W successfully chased down the target of 147, scoring 148/5 in 19.1 overs to win the match by 5 wickets. Captain Alyssa Healy provided a solid start with 27 off 29 balls but was dismissed by Amelia Kerr. Georgia Wareham added a quickfire 26 off 16 balls before falling to Hannah Rowe. 

Ellyse Perry struck a vital 36 off of 29 balls, and Ashleigh Gardner made 33 off of 26, both players forming significant alliances. Phoebe Litchfield (5*) and Tahlia McGrath (6*) saw Australia home with 5 balls remaining, despite losing wickets quickly in the finish.

For NZ, Eden Carson was the standout bowler, taking 2 wickets for 29 runs, while Fran Jonas and Amelia Kerr also claimed a wicket each. However, Australia’s batting depth and steady partnerships ensured a comfortable victory.

New Zealand Women vs Australia Women Scoreboard

New Zealand Women– 146/6 (20)

Australia Women–148/5 (19.1/20)

Result – AUS Women won by 5 wickets

Player of the Match – Georgia Wareham

Georgia Wareham

NZ W vs AUS W Playing Eleven 

Disclaimer: These Match highlights reflect the author’s insights and analysis. Readers are encouraged to consider the points discussed and form their own conclusions.

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