In a match that will be etched in the annals of women’s T20 cricket, Hayley Matthews, in a spectacular display of skill and determination, led West Indies to a historic victory. The team accomplished the highest-ever run chase in women’s T20Is, surpassing all expectations. Hayley Matthews’ remarkable century and all-round brilliance played a pivotal role in this astounding win over Australia, with West Indies triumphing by seven wickets and one ball to spare.
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Hayley Matthews Astonishing Century.
Hayley Matthews delivered a performance for the ages, amassing an incredible 132 runs from just 64 deliveries. Her breathtaking innings not only extended her impressive run of form but also set several new records. Hayley Matthews century is now the highest-ever individual score for West Indies in women’s T20Is, eclipsing Deandra Dottin’s 112* achieved against South Africa at the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup in 2010. Furthermore, her innings stands as the highest individual total in the second innings of a women’s T20I and ranks as the sixth highest overall.
Hayley Matthews Unstoppable Player of the Match.
Hayley Matthews red-hot form has seen her named Player of the Match in each of West Indies’ past seven T20Is. The 25-year-old dynamo has been in a league of her own, amassing a staggering 452 runs at an average of 90.40, all while maintaining a remarkable strike rate of 138.22 in this seven-match streak. Her brilliance extends beyond batting, as she has also taken 15 wickets at a remarkable average of 10.60. Matthews has been a force to be reckoned with against formidable opponents, including Australia, Ireland, and Pakistan.
A Historic Run Chase.
West Indies etched their name in history by achieving the highest successful run chase in women’s T20Is. They became the first team to breach the 200-run mark when chasing a target, surpassing England’s 199/3 against India in 2018.
A Record-breaking Team Total.
With a total of 213/3, West Indies achieved their highest-ever team total in women’s T20Is. This remarkable feat also marked the first instance of a team surpassing the 200-run milestone against Australia in a women’s T20I.
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A Spectacular Display of Runs.
The match between Australia and West Indies at North Sydney Oval was nothing short of a run fest. The teams collectively scored a record-breaking 425 runs, setting a new record for the highest cumulative runs scored in a women’s T20I. Moreover, this match marked the first occasion where two teams amassed over 400 runs in the format, eclipsing the previous record held by India and England, who together scored 397 runs in 2018.
An Outstanding Partnership.
Stefanie Taylor’s crucial contribution of 59 runs off 41 balls played a pivotal role in supporting Matthews. Together, they forged a remarkable partnership of 174 runs, setting a new record for the highest partnership in women’s T20Is for West Indies. This partnership surpassed the previous record of 162 runs established by Matthews and Chedean Nation against Ireland in 2019.
Equalling the Fastest Fifty.
Australia’s young batting sensation, Phoebe Litchfield, equaled the record for the fastest fifty in women’s T20Is, reaching her half-century in just 18 balls. This achievement matched the record previously held by New Zealand stalwart Sophie Devine, who took 18 balls to reach a half-century against India in 2015.
A Historic Triumph.
West Indies secured only their second win in 15 women’s T20Is against Australia, a remarkable achievement. This victory marked their first win since their memorable upset of the defending champions in the final of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup in 2016. Importantly, this win was only the third time West Indies emerged victorious against Australia in 32 women’s internationals.
