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Southern Brave Women chased down 126 with one over left to win by 8 wickets. Their bowlers first kept Spirit to a low score, and then Laura Wolvaardt’s unbeaten half-century made the chase easy. Spirit struggled for runs and kept losing wickets. Cordelia Griffith fought hard with 44, and Charli Knott hit 36, but no one else could stay long.

Mady Villiers took 3 wickets for Brave and Lauren Bell also bowled well. Brave started strong with Maia Bouchier scoring 43. Laura Wolvaardt stayed till the end with a fine 56 not out, and Sophie Devine added the finishing touches. Only Issy Wong took wickets for Spirit, but Brave never looked in trouble and won easily.

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<![CDATA[Chamari Athapaththu leads Sri Lanka to achieve the highest chase in Women's ODIs]]> https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/chamari-athapaththu-leads-sri-lanka-to-achieve-the-highest-chase-in-womens-odis/ https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/chamari-athapaththu-leads-sri-lanka-to-achieve-the-highest-chase-in-womens-odis/ Thu, 18 Apr 2024 10:32:27 GMT

Recently, Sri Lanka set a new benchmark by becoming the first team in women’s ODI cricket to chase down a target exceeding 300 runs. This achievement not only highlights the evolving competitive landscape of women’s cricket but also underscores the tremendous growth and increasing excitement around the sport.

Historic Chase against South Africa

On a vibrant day at the cricket ground, Sri Lanka faced a formidable total set by their opponents. Previously, the highest successful chase in women’s ODIs was 289 by Australia against New Zealand in 2012. Sri Lanka’s remarkable chase of 305 runs has rewritten the record books, showcasing the team’s resilience and strategic prowess.

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Key Performances

Central to this historic win were the performances of Chamari Athapaththu and Laura Wolvaardt. Chamari, the Sri Lankan captain, and Laura, the South African powerhouse, were pivotal with their batting masterclass, each scoring well over 175 runs.

Chamari Athapaththu’s Performance

Chamari Athapaththu’s unbeaten 195 runs is now the highest score while chasing in a women’s ODI, surpassing the previous record held by Meg Lanning. Her innings is a testament to her leadership and skill, marking her as one of the most formidable batters in women’s cricket today.

PlayerScoreOpposition and Year
Amelia Kerr232*Ireland, 2018
Belinda Clark229*Denmark, 1997
Chamari Athapaththu195*South Africa, 2024
Deepti Sharma188Ireland, 2017
Laura Wolvaardt184*Sri Lanka, 2024

Partnership Highlights

Significant to the chase was the 179-run partnership between Chamari and Nilakshika Silva, which is the second-highest stand for the fifth or a lower wicket in women’s ODIs. Their partnership not only stabilized the innings but also propelled the team towards the monumental target.

Laura Wolvaardt’s Innings

On the opposing side, Laura Wolvaardt’s 184* runs set a national record for South Africa and is now the highest individual score to end up on the losing side in women’s ODIs. Her elegant and powerful batting displayed why she is considered one of the best in women’s cricket.

Records and Achievements

This match was rich with record-setting performances, including the highest aggregate of runs scored by captains in an ODI. Both captains surpassed the previous record held by Virat Kohli and Angelo Mathews, highlighting the increasing competitiveness in women’s cricket.

Sri Lanka’s strategic approach to the chase was methodical and aggressive. The decision to accelerate the innings post the 30-over mark was a game-changer, allowing them to keep up with the rising required run rate.

TeamOppositionTargetYear
Sri LankaSouth Africa3022024
AustraliaNew Zealand2892012
AustraliaIndia2832023
New ZealandIndia2802022
AustraliaIndia2782022

Impact on Women’s Cricket

This historic chase is likely to have a profound impact on women’s cricket, encouraging greater investments in the sport and inspiring a new generation of female cricketers. It emphasizes the growing parity and competitiveness among international women’s teams.

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