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Ellyse Perry hits ton, joins WBBL 5000-run club
7 Dec
Summary
- Ellyse Perry surpassed 5000 runs, second only to Beth Mooney.
- Perry's century propelled Sydney Sixers to 173.
- Sydney Sixers secured a narrow one-run victory over Adelaide Strikers.
In a dramatic WBBL Game 40, Ellyse Perry etched her name in history, crossing the 5000-run mark and becoming the second player ever to achieve this feat. Her exceptional century, scoring 111 runs off 71 balls, anchored the Sydney Sixers' innings. Alongside Sophia Dunkley's 54 runs, Perry's performance helped the Sixers post a competitive total of 173.
The Adelaide Strikers mounted a strong chase, led by Bridget Patterson's unbeaten 65 from 35 deliveries. Tammy Beaumont and Madeline Penna also contributed with 23 and 31 runs respectively. Despite their valiant efforts, the Strikers fell agonizingly short, losing the match by a mere one run.
The Sydney Sixers' bowling attack proved decisive in the tight finish. Lauren Cheatle and Ashleigh Gardner were instrumental, each taking two wickets. Amelia Kerr and Caoimhe Bray also chipped in with a wicket apiece, securing a crucial victory for their team in a closely contested match.
