Mekelaye Mwatile's 3-Wicket Haul Seals It for Namibia Women
Namibia Women have won by 5 wickets. Hong Kong Women batted first and posted 113/7 in 20 overs. Namibia Women chased down 114 in just 18.2 overs.
Maryam Bibi was the standout in the first innings, scoring 38* off 38 balls (SR 100). 4 fours provided the impetus. The powerplay yielded 26 runs — early wickets put them under pressure from the start.
In the chase, Wilka Mwatile anchored the innings with 39 off 32 balls. It was a measured knock that kept Namibia Women on track despite losing wickets around him.
With the ball, Mekelaye Mwatile delivered figures of 3/10 in 4 overs (Econ 2.5). Crucial breakthroughs at key moments that shifted the momentum.
HKG-W lead the series 6-0. The pressure is firmly on the chasing side now.
The Turning Point
Over 10 of the first innings was the inflection point — 26 runs came off it, shifting the momentum and setting the stage for a total that ultimately proved too much.
Key Performers
39* off 32 balls (SR 122), 4 fours, 0 sixes
3/10 in 4 overs (Econ: 2.50)
38* off 38 balls (SR 100), 4 fours, 0 sixes
Verdict
Namibia Women showed composure when it mattered most and deserve this victory. Hong Kong Women will rue missed opportunities — a 5 wickets deficit could have been avoided with sharper execution in the key moments. HKG-W lead the series 6-0. The pressure is firmly on the chasing side now.