New Zealand Women vs Sri Lanka Women saw an exciting second ODI, where Maddy Green’s century and Hannah Rowe’s four-wicket haul helped the New Zealand Women’s National Cricket Team secure a 78-run victory.
With this win, New Zealand Women have taken an unbeatable 1-0 lead in the series after the first ODI ended in a no-result due to rain.
Key Highlights:
New Zealand’s Early Struggles & Green’s Fightback
After a rain-hit no-result in the first ODI, New Zealand Women faced early trouble in Nelson. Captain Suzie Bates opted to bat but was run out for 5 in the fourth over. Emma McLeod (11) and Brooke Halliday (5) also fell cheaply, with Chamari Athapaththu striking early blows.
At 59 for 4 in 18 overs, New Zealand were in deep trouble. However, Maddy Green stepped up, stitching a 51-run stand with Isabella Gaze (19) before getting crucial support from the lower order.
✅ Jess Kerr contributed a handy 38 off 44 balls.
✅ Polly Inglis smashed 34 off just 21 balls* with five boundaries.
✅ Green held the innings together, hitting seven fours and reaching her century in the final over before being run out on the last ball.
New Zealand finished at 245/7, scoring 84 runs in the last 10 overs to set a challenging target.
Hannah Rowe & Eden Carson Derail Sri Lanka’s Chase
Sri Lanka Women’s chase got off to a shaky start as Bree Illing dismissed Athapaththu (11) early in the fifth over. Hannah Rowe removed Vishmi Gunaratne (5) soon after, putting New Zealand in control.
Harshitha Samarawickrama, who top-scored with 58, built a 68-run partnership with Kavisha Dilhari (25) to bring Sri Lanka back into the contest. However, Carson (2-30) and Illing (2-45) struck in quick succession, triggering a collapse.
From 101 for 4, Sri Lanka lost wickets in clusters:
🚨 Samarawickrama fell to Rowe for 58, ending Sri Lanka’s hopes.
🚨 Nilakshika Silva was trapped LBW by Bates.
🚨 Anushka Sanjeewani was run out by Jess Kerr.
🚨 Rowe returned to claim two more wickets, finishing with 4-31.
🚨 Carson wrapped up the game in the 47th over, dismissing the last batter.
Sri Lanka Women were bowled out for 167, falling 78 runs short of the target.
Where to Watch New Zealand Women vs Sri Lanka Women Match
Fans can watch New Zealand Women vs. Sri Lanka Women live on:
📺 TV Broadcast: Available on select sports networks (check local listings).
💻 Live Streaming: Viewers can stream matches on official cricket boards’ digital platforms or apps.
📡 Live Scores & Updates: Follow live match updates on ICC, ESPN Cricinfo, and team websites.
What’s Next?
📌 The third and final ODI will take place on Sunday at the same venue.
📌 New Zealand Women will look to seal the series 2-0.
📌 Sri Lanka Women will aim to bounce back and level the series.
With Maddy Green’s masterful century and Hannah Rowe’s lethal spell, New Zealand Women have secured a clinical 78-run victory against Sri Lanka women. With the final ODI coming up, fans can expect another thrilling battle between the two sides.
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