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Rodrigues guides Brave to win against Sunrisers
Jemimah Rodrigues’ unbeaten 42 led Southern Brave to a five-wicket win over Sunrisers Leeds at Headingley, preserving Brave’s perfect start to the women’s Hundred. Her innings steadied the chase after early wickets and underlined Brave’s ability to recover under pressure.
Sunrisers were bowled out for 116 from 100 balls despite Bryony Smith’s 48 from 34, collapsing from 78-2 to lose their final eight wickets for 38 runs. Issy Wong took 3-15 and Tilly Corteen-Coleman 2-25, while Brave reached 117-5 with four balls remaining after Rodrigues and captain Sophie Molineux, who made 21, rebuilt the innings.
In short
- Rodrigues’ unbeaten 42 secured Brave’s second successive win.
- Sunrisers collapsed late after Smith’s 48.
- Wong’s 3-15 kept the target manageable.
Explained simply
The Hundred is a short-form cricket tournament in England in which each team faces exactly 100 balls per innings. Southern Brave and Sunrisers Leeds are two of eight women's teams competing in the tournament, which features international players. The format is designed to be quick and engaging, with matches typically lasting around two and a half hours.
Southern Brave had a perfect start to this year's tournament, winning every match they had played up to this point. Maintaining an unbeaten record in the early stages of a competition is valuable, as it builds momentum and strengthens a team's chances of progressing far in the tournament. This fixture against Sunrisers was therefore significant for Brave's campaign.
Jemimah Rodrigues is an Indian international cricketer who has become a key player in Southern Brave's batting order. She is known for her composure and technical skill when batting under pressure, particularly in chase scenarios. Her involvement in the tournament reflects the Hundred's appeal to world-class players from around the globe.
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