tenth match of Women’s Big Bash League 2025-26 saw Hobart Hurricane Women overtake brisbane heat The powerhouse scored an aggressive half-century in the rain-affected contest in Sydney. liezel leeAlthough the contest had to be shortened to 12 overs due to weather constraints, the intensity did not diminish, setting the stage for a high-octane battle between two formidable WBBL outfits,
Lizelle Lee’s explosive innings sets the stage for Hobart Hurricanes
Sent in to bat in overcast conditions, Hurricanes openers Lee and Danny Wyatt-Hodge Provided the right platform with fast partnership. Lee, who was later named player of the match, hit a volley of fours and sixes, took full advantage of the fielding restrictions and quickly dealt with the challenge from the fast bowlers. His explosive 59* off 45 balls, including 6 fours and 3 sixes, showcased his trademark power game and controlled aggression, helping his team reach an impressive score. Wyatt-Hodge played a perfect role, scoring 44 off just 26 balls, hitting boundaries during an opening wicket partnership of 109 and equaling Lee stroke for stroke.
The flow of runs was continuous as they changed gears after a brief rain delay. Even a disciplined spell from the heat skipper Jess Jonassen (3-1-12-1) could not curb Lee’s pace, with the South African batsman completing his half-century off 38 balls. The Hurricanes scored a mammoth 114/1 in 12 overs, losing their only wicket in the final over when Jonassen dismissed Wyatt-Hodge. Extras (9) added useful runs to the tally, further increasing the score.
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WBBL | Hobart Hurricanes win over Brisbane Heat in 11 games
Chasing a robust DLS-adjusted target of 125, Brisbane Heat’s reply never mustered the steam required to end the Storm’s grip. Despite a strong start by the opener, the early wickets put him on the backfoot. grace harrisWho scored 28 runs on 21 balls. in partnership with harris jemima rodrigues Hopes were briefly revived, but regular successes by the Hurricanes’ disciplined attack sapped the momentum of the objective.
all rounder Nicola Carey (2-10) and heather graham (2-25) struck at crucial intervals, removed middle-order threats and kept the Heat’s scoring rate in check. Another 20 quickies from Rodrigues. Nadine de KlerkCameo kept the chase alive in the death overs, but the required rate increased due to tight overs and fast fielding. Molly Strano (2/17) took important wickets including the dangerous Harris Nat Sciver-Brunt The Heat were criticized for putting the batsmen under constant pressure.
There was a flurry of wickets in the last five overs, nine wickets falling in total, as the Heat’s target collapsed and they reached 108/9 in their 12 overs. Sienna Ginger Managed to score 13* off 6 runs, but it was too little, too late. The Hurricanes won by 16 runs via DLS, their drive ignited by Lee’s fireworks and a collective bowling effort that exposed the Heat’s batting weaknesses.
Hobart Hurricanes beat Brisbane Heat by 16 runs (DLS method)#Cricket #WBBL11 pic.twitter.com/heVgGtWzoh
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