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Southern Brave Triumph in Super Five Thriller, Reach Hundred Final

Southern Brave Triumph in Super Five Thriller, Reach Hundred Final

By August 18, 2024 0

In a thrilling Super Five contest at the Kia Oval, Southern Brave emerged victorious over Birmingham Phoenix, securing their place in the Hundred final at Lord’s.

Southern Brave’s innings was anchored by James Vince’s 43 and Leus du Plooy’s 39. Chris Jordan’s late heroics, including two sixes in the final set bowled by Sean Abbott, proved crucial.

Birmingham Phoenix’s chase started slowly, but contributions from Moeen Ali and Jacob Bethell kept them in contention. Liam Livingstone’s 55 off 34 balls seemed to have put Phoenix on the brink of victory, but his dismissal in the final set and some late drama saw the scores level at 126 apiece.

In the Super Five, Livingstone fell first ball to Jofra Archer, leaving Phoenix needing 7 from 3 balls. Jordan’s 10 runs from 3 balls, including a slice of luck on his first delivery, sealed the victory for Southern Brave.

Archer, who was named Meerkat Match Hero, expressed relief after his match-winning performance. He praised the depth of talent in the Southern Brave squad, stating that “the team has so much talent it doesn’t matter what team we put out there.”

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Birmingham Phoenix Seal Eliminator Spot with Nine-Wicket Win

Birmingham Phoenix Seal Eliminator Spot with Nine-Wicket Win

By August 16, 2024 0

Birmingham Phoenix emerged victorious in a rain-shortened match against Manchester Originals, securing a spot in The Hundred Eliminator. The Phoenix chased down a modest target of 42 with ease, winning by nine wickets.

Phoenix captain Moeen Ali won the toss and elected to bowl first. Kiwi speedster Adam Milne struck early, removing Matthew Hurst in the second over. Tim Southee conceded a six to Phil Salt but dismissed him soon after. Sean Abbott and Milne continued the onslaught, accounting for Paul Walter and Max Holden respectively. Chris Wood wrapped up the innings with the wicket of Sikandar Raza, restricting the Originals to a mere 41 for 5.

In response, Birmingham Phoenix made light work of the chase. Jamie Smith set the tone with two boundaries off Fazalhaq Farooqi in the first over. Ben Duckett took over the mantle, smashing Tom Aspinwall for a six and three boundaries. Smith departed for 14, but Duckett (22*) and Moeen (6*) guided the Phoenix home with eight balls to spare.

Milne, who finished with figures of 2 for 8, was named the Meerkat Match Hero. He attributed his success to the swing and seam on offer, emphasizing the importance of adapting to different conditions in shortened formats.

The victory sends Birmingham Phoenix to The Hundred Eliminator, where they will face Southern Brave at The Kia Oval on Saturday. Andrew Flintoff’s first year as Northern Superchargers Head Coach ends with a fourth-place finish.

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Trent Rockets Snatch Three-Wicket Win to Keep Hundred Hopes Alive

Trent Rockets Snatch Three-Wicket Win to Keep Hundred Hopes Alive

By August 12, 2024 0

Trent Rockets emerged victorious in a thrilling encounter against Birmingham Phoenix at Edgbaston, keeping their Hundred campaign alive. The Rockets, who entered the match tied on points with Northern Superchargers, secured a three-wicket win with just three balls remaining.

Birmingham Phoenix, without injured captain Sophie Devine, endured a shaky start, losing three wickets within the first 15 balls. Alexa Stonehouse dismissed Ellyse Perry, while Nat Sciver-Brunt accounted for Fran Wilson and Amy Jones. However, Sterre Kalis and Richa Ghosh steadied the innings with a record 95-run partnership for the fourth wicket. Kalis scored 47 off 44, while Ghosh contributed 41 off 36.

Sciver-Brunt, who finished with figures of 2 for 16, and Ashleigh Gardner, who took 2 for 17, played crucial roles in restricting Phoenix to 112 for 6.

In response, Trent Rockets lost early wickets, but Sciver-Brunt and Gardner put the visitors in control of the chase. However, a flurry of wickets between balls 70-80, including a run-out from Perry, made the task more challenging.

A debatable no-ball call reprieved Josie Groves, and Katie George joined Groves at the crease to guide the Rockets home.

“We probably got ahead of ourselves a bit earlier and gave ourselves a bit of relief towards the end,” said Sciver-Brunt. “It’s still all in our hands, if we beat the Oval Invincibles in our last game then we will be in that top three.”

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Birmingham Phoenix's Inspired Bowling Stuns Welsh Fire in The Hundred

Birmingham Phoenix’s Inspired Bowling Stuns Welsh Fire in The Hundred

By August 10, 2024 0

Birmingham Phoenix’s inspired bowling performance propelled them to a thrilling nine-run victory over Welsh Fire, keeping their hopes alive in The Hundred. Skipper Ellyse Perry orchestrated the triumph, claiming two crucial wickets in succession to stifle the Fire’s chase.

Phoenix’s innings was anchored by Sterre Kalis, who overcame a cautious start to smash eight boundaries and reach her maiden half-century in the tournament. Despite Hayley Matthews’s economical off-spin, Phoenix’s total of 121 proved sufficient on a turning pitch.

Welsh Fire’s pursuit began promisingly, with Matthews and Jess Jonassen forging a 46-run partnership. However, Hannah Baker’s leg-spin proved decisive, dismissing Jonassen and Georgia Elwiss in quick succession. Katie Levick then claimed the crucial wicket of Matthews, leaving the Fire needing 14 runs from the final set.

Emily Arlott’s composed bowling sealed the victory for Phoenix, restricting the Fire to 112 for 8. Perry’s early wickets, coupled with the spinners’ suffocating control, proved too much for the Fire to overcome.

Kalis, named the Meerkat Match Hero, expressed her delight at her contribution and the team’s resilience. “I’m really happy with the opportunity to go in up top,” she said. “Credit to Pez [Perry] early on and then the spinners. It wasn’t the highest total to defend, but the bowlers did an amazing job to restrict them.”

With two games remaining, Phoenix remains in contention for a playoff spot. Their victory over Welsh Fire has injected fresh momentum into their campaign, showcasing their ability to overcome adversity and perform under pressure.

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Superchargers Crush Phoenix with Record-Low Score in The Hundred

Superchargers Crush Phoenix with Record-Low Score in The Hundred

By August 6, 2024 0

Northern Superchargers continued their impressive run in The Hundred women’s competition with a resounding 61-run victory over Birmingham Phoenix, solidifying their position in the top three of the standings.

The Superchargers, who had previously dismissed Oval Invincibles for the lowest score in the competition (64), repeated the feat against Phoenix, bowling them out for a mere 54 runs, the lowest total in the tournament’s history.

Opting to bat first, Superchargers faced an early setback when Phoenix captain Ellyse Perry dismissed Holly Armitage with her third delivery. However, Annabel Sutherland and Alice Davidson-Richards steadied the innings, guiding the visitors to 68 for 3 before Sutherland departed.

Davidson-Richards remained unbeaten on 49 off 42 deliveries, anchoring the Superchargers’ innings and helping them post a competitive total of 115 for 5.

Phoenix’s chase got off to a disastrous start as they lost four key batters for just 14 runs. Sterre Kalis, Perry, Amy Jones, and Richa Ghosh all fell cheaply, leaving the home side in disarray.

The Superchargers bowlers shared the wickets around, with Linsey Smith and Georgia Wareham claiming three wickets each. Smith’s double-wicket maiden towards the end of the innings sealed the victory for the visitors.

Davidson-Richards, who was named the Meerkat Match Hero, acknowledged the challenging batting conditions but expressed delight at her team’s performance. She highlighted the importance of building an innings and finding gaps for boundaries.

The Superchargers will now face table-toppers Welsh Fire in a crucial away match, aiming to continue their winning streak and strengthen their position in the top three.

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Birmingham Phoenix Break Losing Streak with 16-Run Victory over Southern Brave

Birmingham Phoenix Break Losing Streak with 16-Run Victory over Southern Brave

By August 3, 2024 0

Birmingham Phoenix, led by captain Ellyse Perry, broke their losing streak with a thrilling 16-run victory over Southern Brave at Edgbaston. Despite losing the toss and being put in to bat, Phoenix posted a competitive 137 for 7, thanks to a half-century from Amy Jones and a cameo from Emily Arlott.

Perry’s brilliance continued with the ball, as she claimed three crucial wickets in her opening spell, including Smriti Mandhana and Georgia Adams. Danni Wyatt and Freya Kemp attempted to steady the Brave innings, but Charis Pavely and Hannah Baker chipped away at their batting lineup.

With the required run rate climbing and the Brave running out of steam, Phoenix’s bowlers maintained their discipline, throttling the opposition’s scoring. Arlott’s innings, which included two sixes, proved to be the difference, according to Jones.

“Emily Arlott’s innings was the difference, clearing the fence with ease,” Jones said. “And Pez’s start was unbelievable. When you have someone like that, who can deliver such performances, it is a huge lift for the team. We were really good in the field and backed up the bowlers.”

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Birmingham Phoenix End 12-Match Losing Streak with Thrilling Win over Trent Rockets

Birmingham Phoenix End 12-Match Losing Streak with Thrilling Win over Trent Rockets

By July 31, 2024 0

Birmingham Phoenix finally broke their 12-match losing streak in The Hundred with a thrilling three-run victory over Trent Rockets at Trent Bridge. Australian star Ellyse Perry played a pivotal role for Phoenix, shining with both bat and ball.

Phoenix opted to bat first and got off to a steady start with Sophie Devine and Sterre Kalis forming a 32-run opening partnership. However, Alana King provided the breakthrough for Rockets, dismissing Devine for 17. Perry then joined Kalis at the crease and accelerated the scoring rate.

Perry played a blistering knock of 66 from just 34 balls, hitting 11 fours and four sixes. Her partnership with Kalis yielded 102 runs from 60 balls, setting a competitive target of 139 for Rockets.

In the chase, Rockets lost early wickets, with Perry dismissing Scrivens and taking a brilliant catch to remove Bryony Smith. Nat Sciver-Brunt looked in fine form, reaching her sixth half-century in The Hundred. However, the dismissals of Ash Gardner and Sciver-Brunt brought Phoenix back into the game.

Rockets needed 27 runs from the last 10 balls, and Heather Graham gave them hope with a flurry of boundaries. However, Phoenix held their nerve, with Graham falling short by two runs on the final ball.

Perry, who was named Meerkat Match Hero, expressed her delight at the victory. “We played with a lot of spirit today and it’s nice to get over the line in a tight one,” she said. “The total felt defendable, but they chased well. To hold our nerve at the end was awesome.”

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Lanning's Half-Century Powers London Spirit to Victory Over Birmingham Phoenix

Lanning’s Half-Century Powers London Spirit to Victory Over Birmingham Phoenix

By July 27, 2024 0

London Spirit emerged victorious in a thrilling encounter against Birmingham Phoenix at Lord’s, securing a 20-run victory. Meg Lanning, the Australian captain, played a pivotal role for Spirit, scoring her maiden half-century in the Hundred.

The match witnessed a crowd of 16,641, marking the fifth-highest attendance in the history of the women’s Hundred. The contest was fiercely competitive, with both teams showcasing their strengths.

Phoenix, despite their previous struggles, threatened to pull off an upset. Ellyse Perry, the Australian all-rounder, played a valiant innings of 65, while Sophie Devine, the New Zealand captain, contributed 37 runs.

However, Spirit’s bowling attack proved too strong, with Sarah Glenn claiming three crucial wickets in the final overs. Glenn’s performance sealed the victory for Heather Knight’s side, who now boast a perfect 2-0 record in the tournament.

Lanning, reflecting on the match, acknowledged the challenges faced by her team. “The wicket was conducive to taking the pace off the ball, making it difficult for us,” she said. “But we adjusted our strategy and bowled straight at the stumps, which ultimately paid off.”

Earlier, Spirit had set a competitive total of 147 for 9. Lanning led the charge with a well-crafted 53, while Georgia Redmayne and Cordelia Griffith also made significant contributions.

Phoenix’s chase began promisingly, with Perry and Devine forming a formidable partnership. However, the required run rate proved too demanding, and Spirit’s bowlers maintained their composure to secure the victory.

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Oval Invincibles Crush Birmingham Phoenix in Hundred Opener

Oval Invincibles Crush Birmingham Phoenix in Hundred Opener

By July 23, 2024 0

Oval Invincibles, the two-time Hundred champions, kicked off the fourth season of the tournament with a dominant 45-run victory over Birmingham Phoenix. Paige Scholfield, batting at the top of the order in place of Sri Lanka’s Chamari Athapaththu, led the charge with a sparkling 71.

Scholfield and England’s Alice Capsey formed a formidable partnership, putting on 90 runs for the second wicket. Capsey contributed 52 runs, and the duo shared 17 boundaries. Their explosive batting threatened to set a new record in the Hundred women’s competition.

However, a flurry of late wickets slowed down the Invincibles’ progress. Nevertheless, they set a challenging target of 150 runs for Birmingham Phoenix.

The Phoenix’s chase got off to a shaky start, losing three wickets with just 32 runs on the board. New Zealand captain Sophie Devine and Birmingham local Amy Jones offered some resistance, but the Invincibles’ bowling attack proved too strong.

Australian legspinner Amanda-Jade Wellington was the standout performer with the ball, taking three wickets for just nine runs. Her economical spell helped restrict the Phoenix to 105 runs, securing a comfortable 45-run victory for the Invincibles.

Scholfield, named the Meerkat Match Hero, expressed her delight at her performance. She credited her success to the support of Lauren Winfield-Hill and her trust in her own abilities.

The Invincibles’ victory sets the tone for the upcoming Hundred season, showcasing the exciting and competitive nature of the tournament.

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