West Indies‘ bowling attack put up a disciplined performance, successfully containing New Zealand‘s batters during their Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 semi-final clash. The Caribbean bowlers maintained tight lines and lengths, making it challenging for the New Zealand team to find rhythm. Despite a few contributions from the Kiwi lineup, the West Indies bowlers kept their composure and restricted New Zealand to a below-par total in 20 overs.
Deandra Dottin’s yorker dismantles Brooke Halliday with a beauty
One of the standout moments of the match was Deandra Dottin‘s remarkable dismissal of Brooke Halliday. In the 15th over, Dottin bowled an inch-perfect yorker on off-stump that proved too good for Halliday, who tried to dig it out but missed, leading to the ball crashing into the base of the stumps.
Halliday, who had been looking dangerous at the crease, was a crucial wicket for West Indies, and Dottin’s ecstatic celebration highlighted the significance of the breakthrough. This pivotal moment shifted momentum firmly in favor of the Caribbean side.
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Dottin’s exceptional 4-wicket spell helps West Indies control the game
Dottin was the star of the show, finishing with impressive bowling figures of 4/22. Her accurate and aggressive bowling ensured that New Zealand’s batters were constantly under pressure. Dottin’s spell was well supported by Afy Fletcher, who picked up 2/23, ensuring there was no easy escape for New Zealand.
Despite fighting knocks from Georgia Plimmer (33) and Suzie Bates (26), the White Ferns’ batters struggled to accelerate, and their innings fell short at 128/9. West Indies’ bowlers, led by Dottin’s heroics, have now set up a promising opportunity for their side to chase down the target and secure a crucial win.
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This article was first published at WomenCricket.com, a Cricket Times company.
