The ICC Women’s World Cup is the most prestigious tournament in women’s international cricket. Every four years, top teams from around the world compete for the coveted title. It is a platform for the best women cricketers to showcase their skills and talent, and the 2019 edition in England was no different. Throughout the tournament, we witnessed some breathtaking performances, but there were a few standout performances that stood out from the rest. Here are the top 5 standout performances from the ICC Women’s World Cup matches.
1. Alyssa Healy – Australia’s devastating opener, Alyssa Healy, set the record for the highest individual score in a Women’s World Cup match, with a blistering knock of 161 runs against Sri Lanka. Her innings included 19 fours and 7 sixes, breaking the record previously held by her compatriot Belinda Clark. Healy’s fearless batting sets the tone for Australia’s dominant campaign and her partnership with Beth Mooney remains one of the most memorable moments of the tournament.
2. Sophie Devine – The New Zealand all-rounder was in sensational form throughout the tournament, with her knock of 72 runs against South Africa being one of her best performances. She not only scored at a good rate, but also picked up two crucial wickets with her medium-pace bowling. Devine’s consistent performances were instrumental in guiding New Zealand to the semifinals.
3. Anya Shrubsole – England’s star fast bowler, Anya Shrubsole, delivered a match-winning performance against Australia in the semifinals. She picked up 6 wickets for only 46 runs, including a hat-trick in the last over, to help her team defend a modest total of 219 runs. It was one of the most thrilling and clutch performances in the history of the Women’s World Cup.
4. Smriti Mandhana – The Indian opener, Smriti Mandhana, was another standout player in the tournament. Her consistent run-scoring at the top of the order was crucial in India’s journey to the finals. Her stylish batting and confident stroke-play were a treat to watch, especially in her innings of 90 runs against New Zealand in the group stage.
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