sydney thunder produced a near-perfect all-round performance to defeat brisbane heat Lost by 23 runs in the 35th match of Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) 2025 at Drummoyne Oval on Wednesday. Phoebe Lichfield Scored a brilliant half-century and ensured the hosts took control of the contest at crucial moments. The win keeps the Thunder firmly in the playoff race as the league enters its crucial final stages.
Phoebe Litchfield leads the way with a brilliant half-century
Sydney Thunder were put to bat in slightly overcast conditions, but opener Litchfield quickly took control with his trademark beauty. The left-handed batsman carried the innings beautifully, scoring 61 runs from 43 balls, an innings laced with crisp drives, calculated sweeps and smart rotation of strike.
The Thunder lost wickets at regular intervals, but Litchfield kept one end steady, keeping the scoreboard ticking. His composed innings allowed the middle order to play freely, which helped the Thunder overcome the initial pressure and post a competitive total.
Despite late successes from the Heat bowlers, the Thunder scored 153/7 in 20 overs, a score that always felt above par on Drummoyne’s slick surface.
Sarah Glenn shines with four-wicket masterclass but Thunder wrap up total win
Brisbane Heat got a big positive in their bowling effort through the England leg spinner sarah glenWho delivered one of the standout spells of the WBBL season. Glenn’s control, flight and accuracy troubled the Sydney Thunder batsmen throughout his four overs, resulting in exceptional figures of 4/18.
His successes came at crucial times, preventing the Thunder from taking the game away in the middle overs. Glenn dismissed key batsmen, broke partnerships and applied relentless pressure. Despite their talent, the Thunder still managed to post a competitive 153/7, largely due to a composed half-century from Litchfield.
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Brisbane Heat stumble despite a fighting effort from Annie O’Neill
Chasing 154, Brisbane Heat needed a solid platform but did not get the desired start. Early wickets created immediate pressure, forcing the middle order to rebuild. annie o’neilHowever, offered resistance with a determined innings of 33 runs. He showed courage and patience and kept the heat afloat even as the required rate increased.
But with the Thunder bowlers holding tight and denying boundary opportunities, the Heat struggled to generate the required pace. Chasing the target, Brisbane never fully recovered from the initial shock and eventually finished at 130/6, 23 runs short of the target.
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