Marsa, August 24, 2024 — Isle of Man Women continued their dominant run in the Women’s Valletta Cup with a comprehensive 69-run victory over Greece Women in the 8th match of the series at Marsa Sports Club. Player of the Match Lucy Barnett was the star of the day, smashing 96 off 62 balls to guide Isle of Man Women to a commanding total of 171/4 in their 20 overs. Greece Women struggled in response, folding for 102 in 18.4 overs.
Batting first after Greece Women won the toss and elected to field, Isle of Man Women got off to a shaky start, losing two quick wickets. However, Lucy Barnett anchored the innings with a powerful knock, hitting 12 fours and 4 sixes, setting new records along the way. Despite losing partners at the other end, Barnett’s aggression kept the scoreboard ticking. Kim Carney provided valuable support with 27* as Isle of Man Women posted a challenging total.
In reply, Greece Women faltered early, losing wickets in quick succession. Joanne Hicks was the chief destroyer with the ball, taking 5/22, while Catherine Perry and Caitlin Henery chipped in with crucial wickets. Only Maria Syrioti showed some resistance with an unbeaten 47, but it wasn’t enough to challenge the target as Greece Women were bowled out for 102.
Key Records:
- Lucy Barnett’s 96 is the highest individual score in WT20Is for Isle of Man Women, surpassing her previous record of 88.
- Lucy Barnett now holds the record for most sixes (5) and most runs in boundaries (72) in an innings for Isle of Man Women in WT20Is.
- Joanne Hicks has become the top wicket-taker for Isle of Man Women in WT20Is with 27 wickets, surpassing Lucy Barnett’s 24 wickets.
Brief Scores:
Isle of Man Women: 171/4 in 20 overs (Lucy Barnett 96, Caitlin Henery 22, Maria Syrioti 1/27)
Greece Women: 102 all out in 18.4 overs (Maria Syrioti 47*, Joanne Hicks 5/22, Catherine Perry 2/13)
Result: Isle of Man Women won by 69 runs.
Player of the Match: Lucy Barnett (96 off 62 balls)
