In a thrilling WCPL 2024 final at Tarouba, the Barbados Royals defeated the Trinbago Knight Riders by four wickets, securing their second consecutive title. Chasing a modest target of 94, the Royals reached 94/6 in 15 overs, with 30 balls to spare.
Chamari Athapaththu led the charge with a steady 39* off 47 balls, while Hayley Matthews contributed 13 runs. Despite losing wickets at regular intervals, the Royals maintained control, thanks to a crucial cameo by Laura Harris (15 off 6).
Earlier, the Knight Riders were restricted to 93/8 in their 20 overs, with Aaliyah Alleyne starring with the ball, taking 4/21. Hayley Matthews also shined, claiming 2/13. Despite a fighting 28 from Shikha Pandey, the Knight Riders struggled to build momentum.
Throughout the tournament, a few players showed their skillet, keeping the players at the edge of their seats with consistent performances. While Hayley showed all-around skills, Erin Burns, representing the Guyana Amazon Warriors, stayed at the top of run charts.
Let’s discuss the remarkable performances of WCPL 2024 leading run-scorer and wicket-taker:
WCPL 2024 leading run-scorer and wicket-taker
WCPL 2024: Erin Burns Shines as Top Run-Getter
The Women’s Caribbean Premier League (WCPL) 2024 saw some remarkable performances, with Erin Burns of Guyana Amazon Warriors Women (GAW-W) emerging as the tournament’s leading run-scorer. Across four matches, Burns accumulated 172 runs at an impressive average of 57.33. Her standout performance came with an unbeaten 78*, demonstrating her consistency and ability to anchor the innings for her team.
Burns’ success was built on her adaptability and sharp cricketing acumen. She faced 139 balls in the tournament, maintaining a strike rate of 123.74, showcasing her ability to balance aggression with caution. Notably, she struck 18 fours during the competition, relying on precise placement and timing rather than brute force, as indicated by her zero sixes. Burns’ two half-centuries in the tournament were crucial in providing stability to the Warriors’ batting lineup, making her a key player in their campaign.
Hayley Matthews Dominates with the Ball
While Burns dominated with the bat, Hayley Matthews of Barbados Royals Women (BAR-W) led the charge with the ball, becoming the tournament’s highest wicket-taker. Matthews played five matches and took 11 wickets at an astonishing average of 7.81. Her best bowling figures, 4/14, highlight her match-winning capabilities and her importance to the Royals’ bowling attack.
Matthews’ economy rate of 4.60 is a demonstration of her precision and ability to control the game, often stifling the opposition’s run flow. Her strike rate of 10.18 further shows her ability to take wickets at crucial moments, making her a vital asset in the middle overs. Matthews’ performance wasn’t just about taking wickets; it was about doing so consistently and effectively, keeping the pressure on the opposition throughout the tournament.
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