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Superstar’s epic 60-ball statement; record run chase stuns — WBBL Wrap

Ashleigh Gardner has demonstrated the leadership the Sixers value with an epic knock of 124 from 60 balls setting up a massive 87-run win for her Sixers over Hobart.

By David Gavin · Fox Sports

Published: Sunday, 1 November 2026 at 11:44 AM

Key Things to Know

Ashleigh Gardner smashed 124 off 60 balls to guide the Sydney Sixers to an 87-run victory.
Gardner and Alice Capsey put on a 176-run stand, the second-highest partnership in WBBL history.
Sydney Thunder chased down 179 against Brisbane Heat, reaching 4/180 with 20 balls to spare.

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Ashleigh Gardner struck a remarkable 124 off 60 balls to power the Sydney Sixers to an 87-run victory over the Hobart Hurricanes. Gardner joined forces with Alice Capsey, who scored 54 not out, to construct a 176-run fourth-wicket partnership after the Sixers slumped to 3/6 early on. Gardner's innings marked the fourth-highest individual score in WBBL history.

Meanwhile, the Sydney Thunder pulled off a record run chase to defeat the Brisbane Heat at Drummoyne Oval. Chasing Brisbane's 5/178, Heather Knight's unbeaten 54 from 29 balls helped the Thunder reach 4/180 with 20 balls remaining, extending the Heat's winless streak to 12 matches.

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Superstar’s epic 60-ball statement; record run chase stuns — WBBL Wrap

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