Image: Lizelle Lee has once again become the star of the Women's Big Bash League / © India Today
In the Women’s Big Bash League 2024, Hobart Hurricanes Women have surged to the top spot in the points table, thanks to a sensational performance by Lizelle Lee. The opener’s remarkable century against Adelaide Strikers Women powered her team to a comfortable 28-run victory. Lee’s explosive knock of 103 off 59 balls, which included 13 boundaries and 4 sixes, was the highlight of the match, leading the Hurricanes to a total of 191/2 in their allotted 20 overs.
Lee’s dominant performance came after she had already made waves in the tournament with a record-breaking 150* in the previous match. Despite being dropped twice early on, Lee made the most of her chances, bringing up her half-century off just 35 balls and reaching three figures in the 14th over. She was eventually dismissed in an unfortunate run-out after a ricocheted delivery hit the stumps, but by then, she had already put her team in a commanding position.
While Lee was the star, Nicola Carey also played a crucial role, finishing unbeaten on 64* from 46 balls. The Hurricanes’ bowlers, led by Lauren Smith and young leg spinner Amy Smith, kept the Strikers in check during the chase. Despite a fighting 63 from Laura Wolvaardt, the Strikers fell short, finishing at 163/3. With this victory, Hobart Hurricanes have moved to the top of the table, putting them in a strong position as they approach the final stages of the tournament.