BRISBANE, Australia- In a riveting display of T20 cricket, Australia's women emerged triumphant in the 3rd T20 international against the West Indies, clinching the series 2-1 with a commendable 47-run win.
The star of the show was, undeniably, Hayley Matthews. Matthews continued her scintillating form, bagging her record 8th consecutive player of the match title and ultimately being named the player of the series. Displaying her batting prowess, she played a blistering innings, smashing 79 off just 40 balls. Her all-around capabilities were evident as she also contributed with the ball, taking a crucial wicket while conceding 34 runs in her 4-over spell.
Sent into bat first, Tahlia McGrath led the scoring for Australia with a brisk 34-ball 65 which included 11 fours and two sixes. Ellyse Perry added 40 from 30 as Australia posted 190/9 in their 20 overs. Shamilia Connell was the pick of the West Indies bowlers with figures of 3-0-25-3. Matthews continued her blistering form with the bat, smashing a 40-ball 79, which included eleven fours and four sixes. Aaliyah added 26 as the West Indies Women finished on 143 all out in 19.5 overs.
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