Mooney, Devine, King power Scorchers past Thunder

Thunder were dismissed for 166 in their chase of 184…

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Published: Thursday, 5 November 2026 at 12:55 PM

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Perth Scorchers defeated Sydney Thunder by 17 runs after posting 183 for 3.
Beth Mooney struck an unbeaten 80, while Freya Kemp added a quickfire 30 off 10 balls.
Sophie Devine retired out on 42 before taking two wickets during the Thunder chase.

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Perth Scorchers moved to the top of the table after defeating Sydney Thunder by 17 runs. Beth Mooney led the innings with an unbeaten 80, while Sophie Devine voluntarily retired out after scoring 42 from 39 balls. Following Devine's departure, Freya Kemp blasted 30 off 10 balls to lift the Scorchers to a competitive total of 183 for 3.

Sydney Thunder were bowled out for 166 in 19 overs during their chase. Leg-spinner Alana King spearheaded the bowling attack with figures of 4 for 35, dismantling the lower order. Chloe Ainsworth and Devine each took two wickets to help secure the Scorchers' victory.

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Mooney, Devine, King power Scorchers past Thunder

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