Adelaide Strikers produced a dominant performance against Perth Scorchers in the 22nd match of the Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) 2026 at the WACA Ground in Perth on November 14. After posting a massive total of 202/4, Adelaide’s bowlers restricted the hosts to 151/9 to secure a convincing 51-run victory.
One of the standout moments from the contest came during Perth’s run chase when Madeline Penna pulled off an excellent catch near the boundary to dismiss Mikayla Hinkley. The fielder showed great awareness and composure to complete the catch off Megan Schutt’s bowling, bringing an end to Hinkley’s resistance and dealing another major blow to the Scorchers.
Madeline Penna completes a brilliant boundary catch
The dismissal took place in the 14.3rd over when Schutt bowled a full toss to Hinkley. Looking to accelerate the chase and keep Perth’s hopes alive, the batter attempted to send the delivery over the boundary with an aerial stroke. However, Penna was positioned perfectly near the ropes and kept her eyes on the ball throughout.
She judged its flight well and completed a superb catch near the boundary, leaving Hinkley disappointed as she walked back to the pavilion. Hinkley had been Perth’s most reliable batter in the chase, scoring 41 off 30 deliveries, including five boundaries. Her dismissal effectively ended the hosts’ hopes of mounting a late comeback, with the Scorchers eventually finishing at 151/9.
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That’s a superb take on the boundary from Maddie Penna 🫴 #WBBL12 pic.twitter.com/NNG87Oy3C0
— Weber Women’s Big Bash League (@WBBL) November 14, 2026
Anesu Mushangwe’s five-wicket haul powers Adelaide Strikers to victory
Earlier, Adelaide Strikers captain Tahlia McGrath won the toss and elected to bat first. Despite losing Maia Bouchier early, Emma de Broughe provided stability at the top with a 51-run knock off 40 balls. After McGrath departed for just two, Laura Wolvaardt and Penna took charge of the innings and launched a remarkable counter-attack.
The pair added 76 runs in just 36 balls during the Power Surge, recording the biggest Power Surge total in WBBL history. Penna smashed 44 off just 19 deliveries, hitting six fours and two sixes, while Wolvaardt remained unbeaten on 83 off 45 balls. Their contributions helped Adelaide post an imposing 202/4 in 20 overs.
In reply, Perth struggled against leg-spinner Anesu Mushangwe, who dismantled their top order by dismissing Beth Mooney, Sophie Devine and Katie Mack. She returned later to clean up the lower order and finished with career-best figures of 5/11. Despite brief resistance from Freya Kemp and Hinkley, Perth could only manage 151/9, as Adelaide ended their five-match winning run with a comprehensive victory.
A splendid win for Adelaide Strikers in #WBBL 💪 pic.twitter.com/owpzlWggHH
— WomenCricket.com (@WomenCricketHQ) November 14, 2026
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