Kapp Delivers Career-Best Performance in Stars Victory Over Heat
Marizanne Kapp showcased an exceptional performance, leading the Melbourne Stars to a vital victory over the Brisbane Heat in a recent WBBL|11 match. The game took place at Allan Border Field, where Kapp recorded her highest T20 score with an impressive unbeaten 93 runs off just 51 balls.
Kapp’s Stellar Performance
Following the early dismissal of Meg Lanning for 13 runs, the Stars found themselves struggling at 6-44. Kapp, who came in after a challenging start at 3-29, watched as three more wickets fell for a mere 15 runs. However, she quickly turned the tide of the match.
Key Contributions and Partnerships
- Kapp formed a crucial partnership with Danni Gibson, scoring 73 runs together.
- Her innings included five sixes and nine fours, helping the Stars reach a total of 8-171 after Annabel Sutherland opted to bat first.
Defensive Stand by Stars
In response, Brisbane Heat struggled to keep pace with the required run rate. Although Charli Knott (31 runs off 22 balls) and Georgia Redmayne (24 runs off 17 balls) provided some resistance, Kapp dismissed both players at pivotal moments. She finished with bowling figures of 2-31.
Grace Harris, who was returning from an injury, started well but fell to Sophie Day for 16 runs. Day emerged as a standout bowler for the Stars, securing 3-28 in her spell.
Current Standings
The loss has left the Brisbane Heat winless after five matches and at the bottom of the league standings. In contrast, the Melbourne Stars have secured three victories in five games, placing them in third position with a match in hand over the top two teams.
| Team | Matches Played | Wins | Losses | Total Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hobart Hurricanes Women | 6 | 5 | 1 | 10 |
| Melbourne Renegades Women | 6 | 4 | 2 | 8 |
| Melbourne Stars Women | 5 | 3 | 1 | 7 |
| Sydney Sixers Women | 5 | 3 | 2 | 6 |
| Perth Scorchers Women | 6 | 3 | 3 | 6 |
| Sydney Thunder Women | 6 | 2 | 4 | 4 |
| Adelaide Strikers Women | 5 | 1 | 3 | 3 |
| Brisbane Heat Women | 5 | 0 | 5 | 0 |
Kapp’s career-best performance not only delivered a much-needed win for the Stars but also demonstrated her value as a key player in the competition.
