Thrilling Tie at Headingley in The Hundred Women's Competition

 

Thrilling Tie at Headingley in The Hundred Women's Competition

Southern Brave 100-8 (100 balls): Tryon 25 (24); Smith 2-24

Northern Superchargers 100-7 (100 balls): Davidson-Richards 27 (22); Bell 4-11

Match tied - both teams take one point each

In a dramatic and low-scoring encounter at Headingley, the Northern Superchargers and Southern Brave played out the first tie in The Hundred women's competition. Both teams took one point each from the nail-biting match.

Chasing a modest target of 101, the Superchargers found themselves needing three runs off the final delivery to win. However, batter Kate Cross could only manage two runs after driving the ball to long-on, resulting in a tied match.

The Southern Brave, who are the defending champions, struggled to build momentum in their innings. They lost wickets at regular intervals and managed to post only 100-8 in their 100 balls. Chloe Tryon was the top scorer for the Brave with 25 runs off 24 deliveries, while Linsey Smith was the pick of the bowlers for the Superchargers, taking 2-24.

The Superchargers seemed to be in control for much of their chase, needing just 19 runs from the final 20 balls. Alice Davidson-Richards was instrumental in the chase, scoring 27 off 22 balls. However, Lauren Bell's exceptional bowling performance turned the tide in favor of the Brave. Bell finished with her best figures of the tournament, taking 4-11 and conceding only six runs in her final five deliveries.

Despite the Superchargers' dominant position during most of their innings, the Brave will likely be the happier of the two teams with the tie, considering the Superchargers' advantage. Both teams remain winless in this season's competition after losing their opening matches.

The thrilling tie adds a unique chapter to The Hundred women's competition, showcasing the unpredictable and exciting nature of the tournament. Fans will be eager to see how both teams bounce back in their upcoming fixtures.

Scorecard

Southern Brave 100-8 (100 balls): Tryon 25 (24); Smith 2-24

Northern Superchargers 100-7 (100 balls): Davidson-Richards 27 (22); Bell 4-11