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A clinical bowling display from Georgia Wareham and Linsey Smith saw Birmingham Phoenix bundled out for 54 while chasing 116 against Northern Superchargers in Match 19 of The Hundred Women’s 2024. Wareham and Smith proved too good for the Phoenix as they picked up three wickets apiece for the Superchargers. Their impressive performance ensured that the Phoenix never got close to the target, leading to a comprehensive victory for the Superchargers.
Spectacular catch by Linsey Smith
In a highlight of the match, Smith took a stunning catch to dismiss Katie Levick, showcasing her agility and fielding prowess. The dismissal came off the last delivery of Phoenix’s run chase. Wareham bowled a flighted delivery, and Levick failed to get underneath the ball, playing it towards mid-wicket. Smith, displaying remarkable reflexes, kept her eyes on the ball and dove backward to complete the excellent grab in a fraction of a second. This spectacular catch not only wrapped up the Phoenix’s innings but also underlined the Superchargers’ dominance in the field.
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Northern Superchargers’ batting performance
Earlier after opting to bat first, the Superchargers put up a competitive total of 115/5 in their allotted 100 balls. Alice Davidson-Richards starred with the bat, scoring 49 runs off 42 balls with the help of five boundaries. Annabel Sutherland also contributed significantly with a quickfire 30 off 23, including five boundaries. Phoebe Litchfield was the other batter to reach double digits, adding to the team’s total. Captain Ellyse Perry and Emily Arlott were the pick of the Phoenix bowlers, each returning with two wickets, helping to restrict the Superchargers to a manageable total.
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Birmingham Phoenix’s struggle in response
In response, the Phoenix were bundled out for a mere 54 in 86 deliveries, falling well short of the target. Sophie Devine (20 off 25) and Seren Smale (16 off 20) were the only two batters to reach double digits, highlighting the struggles faced by the Phoenix’s batting lineup. Apart from Wareham and Smith’s heroics with the ball, Grace Ballinger bagged two wickets, while Kate Cross and Sutherland chipped in with one wicket apiece, ensuring that the Phoenix were never able to build any momentum in their chase.
Impact on The Hundred 2024 points table
With this resounding victory, the Superchargers have jumped to second place in The Hundred Women’s 2024 points table, boasting three wins in five games, including a tie. They will next face Welsh Fire at Sophia Gardens in Cardiff on August 8. Meanwhile, the Phoenix slipped to sixth place with two wins in five matches. The Perry-led side has equal points with fifth-placed Manchester Originals but a lower net run rate. They will look to bounce back in their next match against the Fire at the same venue on August 10.
