PSL 2023
Rawalpindi
Nida Dar-led Super Women defeated Bismah Maroof-led Amazons by eight wickets in the first-ever Women’s League exhibition match at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on Wednesday.
The Amazons had set the Super Women to chase a target of 133 runs, which the latter managed to chase in 15.5 overs.
Laura Wolvaardt was the highest scorer for the winning side with an unbeaten 53 runs in 36 balls. She smashed six fours and a maximum.
Muneeba Ali scored 33 runs; meanwhile, Chamari Athapaththu and Nida Dar scored 23 runs each.
Earlier, after deciding to bat first, the Amazons scored 132-9 in 20 overs after Aliya Riaz top-scored with 38 runs in 35 balls. She smacked three fours and a six. Openers Danni Wyatt and Tammy Beaumont added 22 and 24 runs, respectively.
For Super Women, Nida Dar was the pick of the bowlers with figures of 3-25 in three overs. Tuba Hassan also bagged two wickets.
Talking about the matches, Maroof said: “I am delighted to lead the Amazons in the three exhibition matches of the Women’s League. This is a great opportunity for our players to express their talent. The involvement of foreign players in the exhibition matches will provide a perfect opportunity for our players to learn from them.”
The Super Women captain shared her colleague’s sentiments saying: “I am excited to lead the exciting bunch of players from Super Women. The exhibition matches will provide a perfect platform for emerging players to exhibit their talent. The foreign players participating in these matches and their experience will provide great learning to the local players.”
