3 Best Tied Matches In Women’s Cricket: The rise in the quality of women’s cricket matches across all formats has been extraordinary in the last few years. The thrill, intensity, and quality have soared, mirroring the exponential growth of the sport. Instances like the recently concluded Ashes series in England and India’s tour of Bangladesh bear testament to this progress. The high-standard clashes witnessed in the last couple of World Cups further exemplify the sport’s evolution.
While Australian and English teams currently lead the pack, a shift in the landscape is inevitable. The ever-improving competitiveness promises more edge-of-the-seat moments in women’s cricket. The third ODI between India and Bangladesh in Mirpur, resulting in a tie, was the ninth in women’s ODI history. A proof that the sport is reaching new heights.
The Bangladesh women’s team recorded their highest ODI score, thanks to Fargana Hoque’s maiden century. India seemed poised for victory but a late collapse resulted in a tied game, and series.
3 Best Tied Matches In Women’s Cricket:
South Africa vs Pakistan, May 12, 2019, Benoni
South Africa and Pakistan shared an epic tie during Pakistan’s 2019 tour. The Proteas posted 265-6, backed by fifties from Laura Woolvardt, Lizelle Lee and skipper Sune Luus’ 80. Pakistan made a stellar comeback from 37-3, with Javeria Khan and Aliya Riaz’s fifties. Nashra Sandhu, the No. 11 batter, hit a six and a single off the last two balls, leading to a tie.
Australia vs South Africa, November 27, 2016, Coffs Harbour
In the fourth ODI of the series, already secured by South Africa, a tie ensued. The Meg Lanning-led Aussie team posted 242, boosted by Ellyse Perry and Nicole Bolton’s fifties. South Africa staged a comeback from 40-4, thanks to Marizanne Kapp and Dane van Niekerk‘s partnership. Needing five off the last two balls, Masabata Klaas hit a boundary, and a run-out off the final ball resulted in a tie.
India vs New Zealand, December 17, 1997, Indore
This tie occurred during the 1997 Women’s World Cup. New Zealand, after choosing to bat, went from 111-0 to 176-9. India, comfortably placed at 120-2 at one stage, ended at the same score as New Zealand, resulting in a thrilling tie.
Each of these matches, including the recent tie between India and Bangladesh, displays the thrilling uncertainty and competitive spirit in women’s cricket. As the sport continues to rise, fans can expect more exciting fixtures and tighter contests. Women’s cricket is certainly on an exciting trajectory.
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