Perth Scorchers run through unbeaten WBBL record to 5-0
Perth Scorchers extended their perfect WBBL record to 5-0 with a four-wicket win over Sydney Thunder despite missing captain Beth Mooney.
Heather Knight smashed 71 from 46 balls and Anika Learoyd added 53 as Sydney Thunder posted 5-159 at the WACA on Wednesday. The Scorchers chased down the target with nine balls to spare, showing composure even after losing captain Beth Mooney to injury.
Some mid-innings wobbles saw the Scorchers slip to 6-133, still needing 27 runs, but Chloe Piparo and Chloe Ainsworth kept their nerve to get Perth home. The victory keeps Scorchers on top with an unbeaten season, matching Sydney Sixers as the only undefeated teams left.
- 71 from 46 balls with 12 boundaries
- Knight's score
- 5-0 unbeaten
- Perth's record
- 5-159
- Thunder's total
- Nine balls to spare
- Victory margin
Why it mattersPerth are building genuine momentum in the WBBL with flawless cricket in high-pressure moments.
AustraliaPerth Scorchers are the standout team in Australia's women's cricket competition this season.
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