Saint Lucian Qiana Joseph recorded her first-ever One Day International half-century in the West Indies Women’s dominant nine-wicket victory against Bangladesh on Sunday.
The fixture was part of a three-match home series played against the Tigers at Warner Park in St Kitts.
The 24-year-old all-rounder finished with a score of 70 runs off 79 deliveries, including six fours and four sixes. This performance was key to a game-winning 163-run partnership with her opening partner and captain, Hayley Mathews, who scored 104 not out in pursuit of 198. Mathews also claimed Player of the Match honours, taking 2 for 41 with the ball.
Commenting on her performance, Joseph credited her patient approach at the wicket for her career-best score. She also praised captain Mathews for her words of encouragement and advice during her time at the crease.
“I feel really happy because for the past few months, I’ve been putting in a lot of work, particularly on my batting, and it’s actually paying off,” Joseph said in a post-match interview.
“I had to give myself a chance to get a high score for my team and listen to my teammates out there, especially Hayley, who told me to just give myself a chance and play the ball in front of me.”
Joseph’s powerful hand-eye coordination has been highlighted as a transformative force for the Maroon Warriors by cricket observers. Some have even noted that her no-nonsense playing style is reminiscent of a female version of Chris Gayle.
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