West Indies Travel to A Leading the victory by nine wickets more Bangladesh In the first ODI at Basseterre, he chased down 199 in just 31.4 overs. Hayley Matthews He was the star of the match, smashing 104 off 93 balls and taking 2/41 with the ball. She shared a 163-run opening partnership with Kiana Josephwho contributed 70 off 79 balls. The win gave West Indies a 1-0 lead in the three-match series, demonstrating their dominance in all aspects of the game. Matthews' all-round brilliance earned her the man of the match award.
Inconsistent batting effort for Bangladesh
Bangladesh posted a modest total of 198/9 in their 50 overs, struggling to maintain momentum against West Indies' disciplined bowling. opener Murshidah Khatun He contributed 40 from 53 balls, supported by Charmaine Akhtar42 from 70 deliveries. while Glory be to Mostari (35 of 50) and Tell us more (29 out of 38) They tried to stabilize the innings in the middle, but regular breakthroughs kept them under pressure. West Indies Diandra Dottin She stood out with her figures of 3/40, dismantling Bangladesh's top and bottom order. Hayley Matthews added valuable support with off-spin, taking 2/41 in a well-rounded bowling display.
Hayley Matthews shines in an all-round stunning performance
Matthews dominated the chase, making a scintillating, unbeaten 104 off 93 balls. Her innings was filled with 16 boundaries, showcasing her elegance and power against pace and spin. Matthews put together a massive 163-run opening stand with Joseph, who scored a fluent 70 off 79 balls, including six fours and four sixes. A dominant duo partnership left the Bangladesh bowlers with no answers, ensuring a straightforward chase. Matthews' exceptional knock, combined with her previous bowling contributions, earned her the Player of the Match award.
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Bangladesh's bowling struggles and West Indies' clinical chase
The Bangladesh bowlers failed to establish an early lead, allowing the West Indies batsmen to dictate terms. More known and Rabia Khan They were the only bowlers to show some control, with Rabia picking Joseph's only wicket. However, the rest of the offense proved ineffective, as runs leaked out at an alarming rate. West Indies completed the chase in just 31.4 overs with nine wickets in hand, underscoring their dominance in all departments. The win gives West Indies Women a 1-0 lead in the three-match series, with Matthews' brilliance setting the tone for a strong campaign.
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