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Women’s World Cup: New Zealand crush Bangladesh to secure first win
GUWAHATI: Skipper Sophie Devine and Brooke Halliday struck vital half-centuries as New Zealand thrashed Bangladesh by 100 runs in Guwahati on Friday, registering their first victory of the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025.
Devine and Halliday’s half-centuries led the White Ferns to a formidable total of 227/9 on the board in their set of 50 overs after they opted to bat first in the 11th game of the tournament.
New Zealand got off to a shaky start to their innings as experienced opener Suzie Bates’ run-out and Rabeya Khan’s twin strike reduced them to 38/3 in 11 overs.
Following the early debacle, Halliday joined skipper Devine in the middle, and the duo batted sensibly to force a remarkable turnaround.
They added 112 runs for the fourth wicket until Halliday fell victim to Fahima Khatun in the 39th over. She remained the top-scorer with 69 off 104 deliveries, laced with five fours and a six.
Devine was then involved in a brief 29-run partnership with Maddy Green (25) until eventually being bowled by Nishita Akter Nishi in the 44th over, scoring 63 off 85 deliveries, studded with two fours and as many sixes.
Rabeya Khan was the pick of the bowlers for Bangladesh, taking three wickets for just 30 runs in 10 overs, while Fahima Khatun, Nishita Akter Nishi, Nahida Akter and Marufa Akter chipped in with one scalp apiece.
In response, Bangladesh’s batting unit was folded on a meagre 127 in 39.5 overs despite Fahima’s resistance.
The all-rounder top-scored with a gutsy 34 off 80 deliveries, while Nahida (17) and Rabeya (25) were the other to amass double figures against a ruthless New Zealand bowling attack.
Lea Tahuhu and Jes Kerr jointly led New Zealand’s bowling charge with three wickets each, followed by Rosemary Mair with two, while Amelia Kerr and Eden Carson chipped in with one apiece.
The 100-run victory lifted New Zealand to the fifth position in the Women’s World Cup 2025 standings, replacing Bangladesh due to superior net run rate, as both teams have two points after three matches.
Former England cricketer Moeen Ali has announced his return to the Pakistan Super League (PSL), saying he was excited to be part of the league’s “new era”.
After the 10th edition of the PSL earlier this year, the league is set for an expansion to eight teams, with the addition of two new franchises.
Meanwhile, Moeen, who has previously featured in the marquee league when he represented former champions Multan Sultans in the 2020 and 2021 editions, expressed his eagerness to rejoin the league.
Moeen stated that the PSL, since its advent in 2016, has “earned a reputation for top-level T20 cricket”, featuring close competition and talented players.
“I’m really excited to be joining HBL PSL in its New Era. The league has earned a reputation for top-level T20 cricket, with high-quality competition and world-class talent across every team,” Moeen wrote on Instagram.
The 38-year-old, who represented England in 68 Tests, 138 ODIs and 92 T20Is during his illustrious career, was also a part of the Three Lions squad that made its historic tour of Pakistan in 2022 to play a three-match Test series. Besides that, Moeen has made several visits to the country.
Reflecting on his previous experiences in Pakistan, Moeen said that he enjoyed playing in the country and specifically praised the enthusiastic crowd, which he said pushes players to give their best on the field.
“Playing in Pakistan is always incredible; quality of cricket is outstanding and the passion and intensity from the crowd push you to bring your best,” he continued.
“I’m looking forward to being part of it all and creating some great memories along the way. Ready for another special experience Insha’Allah!”
His announcement comes just days after former South African captain Faf du Plessis pulled out of the Indian Premier League (IPL) to play in the upcoming PSL season.
In a post on Instagram on November 29, the renowned cricketer said that he would not put his name in the IPL auction this year.
“It’s a big decision, and one that comes with a lot of gratitude when I look back,” he wrote in his post.
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