Marizanne Kapp guides Oval Invincibles to victory against Birmingham Phoenix in The Hundred 2023

The Hundred: Marizanne Kapp’s Unbeaten 64 Leads Oval Invincibles to Victory

In a thrilling match in The Hundred, the Oval Invincibles emerged victorious against bottom side Birmingham Phoenix thanks to a superb unbeaten knock of 64 by Marizanne Kapp. The South Africa all-rounder showcased her skills and resilience as she guided her team towards an important win.

Partnering with Lauren Winfield-Hill, Kapp formed a formidable fourth-wicket partnership that added crucial runs on the scoreboard. Their combined effort of 59 runs brought stability to the innings and set up a platform for victory.

Chasing a target of 143 at Edgbaston, opener Suzie Devine showed great determination and power-hitting abilities, smashing an impressive half-century off just 34 balls. Her aggressive batting put Birmingham Phoenix within striking distance of victory.

However, after Devine was dismissed by Ryana MacDonald-Gay, Birmingham Phoenix struggled to maintain momentum. Despite their efforts, they fell short by ten runs and remained winless after five matches in the tournament.

Speaking about her match-winning performance, Marizanne Kapp expressed her relief and joy over securing the much-needed victory for her team. She acknowledged Devine’s impactful innings but also praised the young bowlers in their lineup who performed exceptionally well under pressure.

Kapp also mentioned that losing Dane van Niekerk – another key player from their squad – has been challenging for them in previous matches. However, she highlighted the team’s resilience and ability to step up even when missing a player.

Overall, this win holds great significance for Oval Invincibles, as they look to turn their season around and make a strong comeback in The Hundred.