Manchester Super Giants Secure Victory Over Southern Brave in The Hundred
Manchester Super Giants defeated Southern Brave by 27 runs in The Hundred women's competition. Key performances from Smriti Mandhana, Richa Ghosh, and Mady Villiers secured the win for the Super Giants.
Key takeaways
- Manchester Super Giants defeated Southern Brave by 27 runs.
- Richa Ghosh scored a half-century (54 runs) and Smriti Mandhana contributed 46 runs.
- Mady Villiers was instrumental with the ball, taking three wickets for 17 runs.
- The result impacts both teams' chances of qualifying for the knockout stages.
What Happened
Manchester Super Giants secured a 27-run victory against Southern Brave in The Hundred women's competition. The Super Giants posted 139 for 4 in their allotted 100 balls, with strong contributions from Smriti Mandhana and Richa Ghosh. In response, Southern Brave were restricted to 112 for 6, with Mady Villiers taking three wickets for the Super Giants.
Key Facts
- Manchester Super Giants scored 139 for 4.
- Smriti Mandhana scored 46 runs.
- Richa Ghosh scored 54 runs from 34 balls and her maiden half-century in the competition.
- Ghosh and Mandhana combined for 100 runs.
- Mady Villiers took 3 wickets for 17 runs.
- Southern Brave scored 112 for 6.
- The match took place on August 8th.
- The match was played at Southampton.
Background
The win keeps Manchester Super Giants on track for qualification for the knockouts, while Southern Brave's home defeat means they now need to win their final match against Trent Rockets to guarantee progression.
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