Laura Wolvaardt sizzles in Adelaide Strikers’ thrilling win over Brisbane Heat in WBBL|11

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In a gripping WBBL|11 encounter at Karen Rolton Oval on Monday, Adelaide Strikers Women held their nerve to chase down a stiff target and secure a six-wicket victory over Brisbane Heat Women. Led by a composed half-century from Laura Wolvaardt and an equally impactful knock from Tammy Beaumont, the defending champions put together a near-perfect chase to continue their strong campaign in the tournament.

Brisbane Heat opted for a balanced approach with the bat, building their innings around partnerships rather than relying on one standout knock. Lauren Winfield-Hill provided early impetus with a fluent 47, timing the ball beautifully through the off-side and punishing anything short. Georgia Redmayne complemented her with a steady 36, ensuring the visitors maintained momentum in the powerplay and middle overs.

Jess Jonassen, one of Heat’s most reliable performers, played a crucial late-overs role. Her 37-run contribution helped push the total to a competitive 169/5, giving the bowling unit enough to work with on a good batting surface.

Adelaide Strikers’ bowlers kept things tight despite the Heat’s strong start. Leg-spinner Amanda-Jade Wellington once again showcased her class, bagging 2/31 in a spell that checked Brisbane’s acceleration. Her breakthroughs at crucial intervals ensured the Heat couldn’t fully explode in the final overs.

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Chasing 170, Adelaide Strikers needed a composed start, and their top order delivered exactly that. Wolvaardt, known for her elegant strokeplay, was in sublime touch from the outset. She drove confidently through the covers and used her footwork brilliantly against spin, crafting a stylish 51 that set the tone for the chase. Her control and composure under pressure earned her the Player of the Match award.

Alongside her, Beaumont matched Wolvaardt shot for shot, compiling her own well-made 51. The pair’s partnership laid a strong foundation, absorbing the early pressure and rotating strike smartly. Their approach ensured that the Strikers stayed ahead of the required rate throughout the innings.

Brisbane’s Lucy Hamilton tried to stall the momentum with figures of 2/32, picking up timely wickets that briefly opened a window of opportunity for the visitors. However, the depth in Strikers’ batting line-up proved decisive. Despite a few hiccups in the final overs, Adelaide Strikers displayed great maturity and wrapped up the match with four wickets in hand.

What a match ⚡

– Crucial win for Adelaide Strikers after losing three in a row 🙌#WBBL #AdelaideStrikers

— WomenCricket.com (@WomenCricketHQ) November 25, 2025

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This article was first published at WomenCricket.com, a Cricket Times company.