Twitter reactions: Sophie Devine’s dazzling ton helps New Zealand avoid clean sweep against England in WODI series

The third and final Women’s ODI between New Zealand and England took place at Seddon Park in Hamilton on Sunday. In the exciting clash, the hosts secured a 7-wicket victory, preventing England from completing a clean sweep. It’s worth noting that the English side had already sealed the 3-match WODI series by winning the first two matches.

Jess Kerr, Hannah Rowe restrict England at a below-par total

England Women opted to bat first but struggled to capitalize on their decision, managing to put up a total of 194 runs before being bowled out in 46.3 overs. Amy Jones top-scored for the team with a well-composed half-century, scoring 50 runs off 52 deliveries.

Contributions from Heather Knight (31 runs) and Charlotte Dean (38 runs) added some stability to the innings, but they fell short of posting a challenging total. New Zealand’s bowlers put up an impressive display with Jess Kerr and Hannah Rowe both claiming three wickets each to restrict England’s scoring opportunities.

Sophie Devine takes New Zealand home with a stunning ton

In pursuit of 195 runs to win, New Zealand Women showcased a clinical batting performance. Despite early dismissals of Suzie Bates and Georgia Plimmer, the team found its rhythm with crucial partnerships. Sophie Devine emerged as the star performer, smashing a brilliant century, scoring 100 runs off just 93 deliveries, including 11 fours and 4 sixes.

Supported by valuable contributions from Maddy Green (38 runs) and Amelia Kerr (31 runs), New Zealand Women chased down the target comfortably in 39 overs, securing a comprehensive victory.

Key performers

• Amy Jones (England): 50 runs off 52 balls
• Sophie Devine (New Zealand): 100 runs off 93 balls
• Jess Kerr (New Zealand): 3 wickets for 39 runs
• Hannah Rowe (New Zealand): 3 wickets for 42 runs

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Here is how Twitter reacted:

Thanks for a great series, @englandcricket ???? Safe travels home and see you in England in June! ????#NZvENG #CricketNation ???? = @PhotosportNZ pic.twitter.com/lhX9aZ2pK9

— WHITE FERNS (@WHITE_FERNS) April 7, 2024

Yesterday – Jos Buttler moved from 94* to 100* with match winning six. The first player to do it in IPL.

Today – Sophie Devine moved from 94* to 100* with match winning six. The first player to do it in women's international cricket.#IPL2024 #NZvsENG pic.twitter.com/IGbt5gBZB9

— Kausthub Gudipati (@kaustats) April 7, 2024

Sophie Devine becomes the ???????????????????? ???????????????????????? to hit the winning Six & also complete her Century in Women's Int'l Cricket.#NZvENG #NZWvENGW pic.twitter.com/0RtnNH3LhW

— Kishan Kishor (@itskishankishor) April 7, 2024

That was incredible from Sophie Devine! One of the best moments of the tour. #NZvENG

— Raf Nicholson (@RafNicholson) April 7, 2024

Sophie Devine scores her 8th ODI hundred and leads the White Ferns to a comfortable win the final ODI ????#NZvENG #NZWvENGW pic.twitter.com/SEkkzsCUP0

— Sport-Spirit-X (@SportspiritX) April 7, 2024

"Absolutely stunning performance by Sophie Devine! ???? What a way to bring up her 8th ODI hundred with a six and clinch a magnificent 7-wicket victory over @englandcricket. Pure brilliance! ???????? #NZvENG #CricketNation #Cricket" pic.twitter.com/t78P2Suikx

— Hemant ( Sports Active ) (@hemantbhavsar86) April 7, 2024

Devine gets to her ???? with a maximum n wins d match for White Ferns

Actually hits 2 maximum’s to get there, was batting on 88 n 12 needed for d win from 71 balls gets to her TON smashing two maximums from the last 3 balls of d over#NzvEng #SophieDevinepic.twitter.com/B55gKJSe0t

— Karthik Rao (@Cric_Karthikk) April 7, 2024

Sophie Devine century ????#CricketTwitter    #NZvENG pic.twitter.com/33z4WQEpOY

— women in blue forever (@imsachin171) April 7, 2024

Record 8th ???? for Sophie Devine.

????#CricketTwitterpic.twitter.com/jfZm7giy07

— alekhaNikun (@nikun28) April 7, 2024

It was a mad innings from Sophie Devine ????????????. #NZWvENGW

— Abhishek Pandey (@abhishekp100) April 7, 2024

Sophie devine ???????? #NZWvsENW

— lavanya (@cricketfanattic) April 7, 2024

Absolute vintage Sophie Devine ????

— Georgie Heath????️ (@GeorgieHeath27) April 7, 2024

That's not a bad wee innings from Sophie Devine … HUGE win #WhiteFerns

— Simon Wood (@WoodOnWineNZ) April 7, 2024

Sophie Devine you absolute bloody legend. What an innings, what a player. Good to have a win to finish the series #NZvENG

— Asher Wilson-Goldman (@AsherGoldman) April 7, 2024

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