Alana King Sets Record for Best Bowling Figures in Women's Cricket World Cup History
Alana King made history as she produced the best bowling figures in Women's Cricket World Cup history, helping Australia to a seven-wicket victory over South Africa. King's impressive performance, taking 7-18, secured top spot in the league stage for the Australian team. This win sets Australia up for a semi-final clash against India on Thursday, while South Africa will regroup for their encounter with England the day before.
Key Takeaways:
- Alana King finished with the best bowling figures in Women's Cricket World Cup history, taking 7-18 against South Africa.
- Australia won every game in the tournament before the win over South Africa, except for a washout against Sri Lanka.
- Laura Wolvaardt was the top scorer for South Africa, with 31 runs, while Alana King was the standout performer for Australia.
- Beth Mooney scored a 41-ball 42, and Ellyse Perry fell for a duck on the Australian side, while Phoebe Litchfield and Marizanne Kapp took important wickets for South Africa.
- South Africa lost 7 wickets in total, with Nadine de Klerk scoring 14 from the middle order.
- Australia won the game in 16.5 overs, with a score of 98/3, while South Africa managed 97/10 in 24 overs.
Statistics:
- Alana King took 7 wickets for 18 runs, the best bowling figures in Women's Cricket World Cup history.
- The match was played in 24 overs for South Africa, with a loss of 7 wickets, and in 16.5 overs for Australia, with a win of 7 wickets.
- Beth Mooney scored 42 runs off 41 balls for Australia.
- The win over South Africa marked eight consecutive wins for Australia in the tournament.
- This victory set Australia up for a semi-final clash against India on Thursday, with South Africa facing a regrouping clash with England the day before.
Sources:
- International Olympic Committee (IOC)
- Olympics.com