Sydney Thunder outshine Melbourne Stars to win Women's Big Bash League
The HinduThe Sydney Thunder secured its second Women's Big Bash League title on Saturday after an emphatic seven-wicket victory over Melbourne Stars in the final in Sydney. Set a target of just 87 runs to win its first title since the inaugural 2015-16 season, the Thunder romped home in 13.4 overs to become the joint-most successful team in the league alongside the Sydney Sixers and the Brisbane Heat. The Stars took three wickets during the chase before Thunder skipper Rachael Haynes came to the crease to join Heather Knight, who wrapped things up with a six over long off. South African Shabnim Ismail was the pick of the bowlers, getting rid of both openers to go with her 16 dot balls in four overs, while Australian Sammy-Jo Johnson also picked up two wickets.