Hayley Matthews’ all-round brilliance propels West Indies to dominant win over Bangladesh in 1st ODI
West Indies cruised to a a convincing win by nine wickets over Bangladesh in the first ODI at Basseterre, chasing 199 in just 31.4 overs. Hayley Matthews he was the star of the match, smashing an unbeaten 104 off 93 balls and taking 2/41 with the ball. She shared 163 views of the partnership with Qian Josipwho scored a quick 70 off 79 balls. The win gave West Indies a 1-0 lead in the three-match series, showing their dominance in all aspects of the game. Matthews’ all-round brilliance earned her the player of the match award.
Bangladesh’s erratic batting
Bangladesh posted a modest total of 198/9 in their 50 overs, struggling to maintain momentum against a disciplined West Indies bowler. Opener Murshida Khatun contributed a steady 40 off 53 balls, with support Sharmin Akhter42 discounts on 70 deliveries. While Sobhana Mostary (35 of 50) i Shorna Akter (29 from 38) tried to stabilize the innings in the middle overs, regular penetrations kept them under pressure. West Indies pacer Deandra Dottin she stood out with her figures of 3/40, tearing apart Bangladesh’s top and bottom order. Hayley Matthews added valuable support with her off-spin, taking 2/41 in a well-rounded display of bowling.
Hayley Matthews shines with a spectacular all-round performance
Matthews dominated the chase, delivering a brilliant unbeaten 104 off 93 balls. Her innings was laced with 16 boundaries, showing her elegance and strength against pace and spin. Matthews formed a splendid opening stand of 163 runs with Joseph, who scored a fluent 70 off 79 balls, including six fours and four sixes. The duo’s commanding partnership left the Bangladeshi bowlers unanswered, ensuring a straightforward chase. Matthews’ exceptional knock, along with her earlier bowling contribution, earned her the player of the match award.
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Bangladesh’s bowling struggles and West Indies’ clinical chasing
The Bangladeshi bowlers failed to make early inroads, allowing the West Indies batsmen to dictate terms. Marufa Akter and Rabeya Khan they were the only bowlers to show some control, with Rabeya picking up the only wicket of Joseph. However, the rest of the attack proved ineffective, leaking data at an alarming rate. West Indies completed the chase in just 31.4 overs with nine wickets in hand, underscoring their dominance in all departments. The win gives West Indies Women a 1-0 lead in the three-match series, with Matthews’ brilliance setting the tone for a strong campaign.
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