Smriti Mandhana Inspired Adelaide Strikers Clinch Wbbl Title Beat Brisbane Heat By 10 Runs

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Smriti Mandhana-inspired Adelaide Strikers clinch WBBL title, beat Brisbane Heat by 10 runs

Indian batter Smriti Mandhana played a stellar knock of 64 runs to help Adelaide Strikers clinch the Women's Big Bash League (WBBL) title, defeating Brisbane Heat by 10 runs in the final on Saturday at the Allan Border Field in Brisbane.

Chasing a modest target of 140 runs, the Heat fell short by 10 runs despite a valiant effort from Grace Harris, who scored an unbeaten 72 off 55 deliveries. The Strikers bowlers restricted the Heat batters effectively, with Darcie Brown and Megan Schutt picking up two wickets each.

Earlier, Mandhana starred with the bat for the Strikers, smashing eight boundaries and a six in her 41-ball knock. Her opening partner Katie Mack also contributed with a valuable 30 runs. For the Heat, Amelia Kerr and Jess Jonassen claimed two wickets each.

With this victory, the Adelaide Strikers have become the first team to win back-to-back WBBL titles. Mandhana, who was named the Player of the Match, expressed her delight after the match.

"It feels amazing to win the championship again," Mandhana said. "We worked really hard throughout the tournament and I am so proud of my team. We played with a lot of heart and determination and it paid off in the end.

The Indian batter also praised the Heat for their fighting spirit.

"The Heat played really well and they made us work hard for this win," Mandhana said. "But we never gave up and we always believed in ourselves.

The WBBL final was a thrilling contest, with both teams giving their all. The Strikers ultimately emerged victorious, thanks to the brilliance of Mandhana and the contributions of their other players.

Here are some of the highlights of the match:

The WBBL is one of the most competitive women's cricket leagues in the world, and the Strikers' victory is a testament to their hard work and dedication. The tournament has helped to raise the profile of women's cricket, and it is hoped that it will continue to inspire young girls to take up the sport.