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White Ferns Fumble: Crucial Drops Cost World Cup Hopes
13 Jun
Summary
- New Zealand's dropped catches proved costly in a crucial match.
- Brooke Halliday and Maddy Green scored 40 and 35 not out respectively.
- The West Indies successfully chased 162 for a seven-wicket victory.
New Zealand's path to the semi-finals became significantly more challenging following a seven-wicket loss. The White Ferns posted a competitive 162, with Brooke Halliday contributing 40 runs and Maddy Green adding an unbeaten 35. These efforts, however, were undermined by a series of dropped catches in the field.
Despite a solid start in their bowling effort, several crucial opportunities were missed, allowing West Indies batters to build partnerships. Jess Kerr was effective with figures of 2-17, but the fielding indiscretions proved too costly.
The West Indies successfully chased the target, reaching 163-3 with an unbeaten 90 from Campbelle. The victory by seven wickets means New Zealand must win their upcoming match against Sri Lanka to advance.
The White Ferns' campaign continues on Wednesday morning against Sri Lanka.
