The third match of the Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) 2025-26 season, held on November 9 at the historic W.A.C.A Ground in Perth, saw the Sydney Sixers Women deliver a commanding performance against the Perth Scorchers Women. The match was marked by an outstanding catch from young Sixers star Caoimhe Bray and a clinical chase from Sydney’s top order, ultimately leading them to a ten-wicket victory with 43 balls remaining.
WBBL|11: Caoimhe Bray’s stunning catch removes Amy Edgar folding Perth Scorcher’s innings
In a fiercely competitive encounter, 19.3 overs into the Scorchers’ innings, Bray showcased her exceptional fielding skills. Positioned at short third, Bray leaped forward to pluck a stunning catch that removed Amy Edgar who was attempting an attack on bowler Maitlan Brown. Edgar, after playing 8 balls and scoring 6 runs at a strike rate of 75, stumbled backward but managed to hold on to the edged delivery, resulting in a crucial wicket for the Sixers. This moment highlighted Bray’s youthful energy and reflexes, adding to the pressure on the Scorchers’ batting lineup. Edgar’s dismissal marked the fall of the last wicket with the Scorchers’ innings concluding at 109 runs in 19.3 overs.
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Maitlan Brown’s reaction tells the tale of a STUNNING catch from Caoimhe Bray 🤯 #WBBL11 pic.twitter.com/XNs4EbijGT
— Weber Women’s Big Bash League (@WBBL) November 9, 2025
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WBBL|11: Sydney Sixers edge past Perth Scorchers with a flawless chase
Sydney Sixers set out to chase a modest target of 110 runs, but they made it look effortless with their dominant performance. Ellyse Perry and Sophia Dunkley opened the innings and remained unbeaten throughout the chase, orchestrating an immaculate run chase. Perry scored a brilliant 47 runs off 37 balls with a strike rate of 127.02, while Dunkley displayed aggressive intent, smashing 61 runs off just 40 balls at an explosive strike rate of 152.50, including four boundaries and five sixes.
The duo steadily accumulated runs without losing a wicket, showcasing a blend of calculated strokes and power hitting. Their partnership saw the Sixers reach the target in just 12.5 overs, a full 7.5 overs ahead of the allocated 20, sealing a dominant ten-wicket victory. Extras contributed four runs through wides, making the chase even smoother for the visitors.
The Scorchers struggled against tight bowling from the Sixers, who utilized their full bowling arsenal effectively. Ashleigh Gardner and Perry picked key wickets during the opposition’s innings, while the fielding led by Bray’s remarkable catch maintained constant pressure. The Scorchers’ inability to build substantial partnerships and the early run-outs hampered their innings with several wickets falling at regular intervals.
This article was first published at WomenCricket.com, a Cricket Times company.
