Adelaide Strikers efficiently defended the Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) 2023-24 title on Saturday, beating Brisbane Heat by three runs within the ultimate on the Adelaide Oval.

The Srikers opted to bat first after profitable the toss however had been restricted to 125/8, however not earlier than Laura Wolvaardt (39) and Tahlia McGrath (38) may play important knocks.

In Brisbe’s reply, the Adelaide bowlers by no means allowed the batters to calm down. Openers Grace Harris (15) and Georgia Readymane (22) had been dismissed in a spot of simply two overs between the sixth and eighth, and even the likes of Mignon du Pleez (13) and Laura Harris (0) failed to make an affect.

Amanda-Jade Wellington (3/16) was the decide of the Adelaide Strikers’ bowlers whereas skipper Tahlia McGrath (2/16), Jemma Barsby (1/15) and Megan Schutt (2/30) additionally chipped in with wickets.

Brisbane Heat had been 62/four at one stage, and even a 34-run stand between Amelia Kerr and Charli Knott couldn’t save the Heat as they had been restricted to 122/8.

Heat wanted 20 runs to win off the final two overs and Schutt dismissed Bisbane skipper Jess Jonassen whereas going for seven runs.

Amanda-Jade Wellington then struck twice within the ultimate over, eradicating Georgia Voll and Mikayla Hinkley to finally seal the title for the Strikers.

This was the Strikers’ second WBBL title and have become the fourth staff to accomplish that, and win two league titles.