Sri Lanka wives recorded an administrative victory seven wickets New Zealand women in The first T20i in Hagley Ovalchasing a meager target of 102 runs in just 14.1 overs. Headed by a stunning blow by the ruler Chamari Athapaththu and an inspirational bowling performance by Malki MadaraVisitors dominated the two sections to take a 1-0 lead in the series of three games.
Sri Lanka restricts New Zealand for 101
Electing the bat, New Zealand fought against a disciplined bowling attack by Sri Lanka, managing only 101 runs before they were over 18.5 overs. No.3 Emma mcleod It was Standout Performer with a patient 44 of 46 balls while the captain Suzie Bates gave a hasty start with 21 of 14 balls. However, frequent wickets were derailed, as no other stroke managed to settle.
Malki Madara was the choice of Bowlers for Sri Lanka, supporting 3 Wickets for just 14 runs in 3.5 overs. Inoshi priyadharshani (2/25) and Kavisa Dihari (2/18) also made critical discoveries, while Chamari Athapaththu and Ugauka in money He contributed with a wicket to limit the hosts.
Chamari Athapaththu leads Sri Lanka to victory
Hunting 102, Sri Lanka started steady, but was the captain Athapaththu who took responsibility, playing an inflatable hit 64 not from 48 balls, including nine four and two. In spite of the loss Vishmi rajapaksha gunaratne (7 off 11), Harshitha samarawickrama (2 off 7) and Kavisa Dihari (12 Off 10) In a fast succession, Athapaththu’s offensive game kept control of Sri Lanka.
Atapaththu and Nilakshi de silva (12 are not out of 9) Ensure that there were no further hiccups, guiding visitors to 35 balls to exchange.
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For New Zealand, Jess kerr He was the only bowler who made an impact, taking two wickers for 18 runs in four spells.
Player of the match
Malki Madara was judged a player for the brilliant bowling screen.
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