The Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) has seen many amazing performances over the years. One of the best is Lizelle Lee’s recent innings. On November 10, 2024, at the Sydney Cricket Ground, she scored 150 not out against the Perth Scorchers, setting a new WBBL record for the highest individual score. Let’s look at the top five individual scores in WBBL history, including Lee’s achievement and other great performances.
Lizelle Lee: A Record-Breaking Knock
Lizelle Lee’s incredible performance against the Perth Scorchers was unforgettable. She faced 75 balls and scored 150 runs without getting out, including 12 sixes and 12 fours. Her strike rate was 200.00. This helped the Hobart Hurricanes reach a total of 203 runs, leading to a big win by 72 runs. Lee’s score beat Grace Harris’s previous record of 136* and made her the first female cricketer to hit 12 sixes in a women’s T20 match. This performance secured her place in WBBL history and showed her skill even after retiring from international cricket in 2022.
Grace Harris: The Previous Record Holder
Before Lee’s record, Grace Harris had the highest individual score in WBBL history with her unbeaten 136 runs against the Scorchers on October 22, 2023. Harris faced 59 balls, hitting 12 fours and 11 sixes, with a strike rate of 230.50. Her powerful batting helped the Brisbane Heat win significantly, showing her as one of the league’s best hitters.
Smriti Mandhana: A Stellar Performance
Indian star Smriti Mandhana made headlines in the WBBL with her unbeaten 114 runs against the Melbourne Renegades on November 17, 2021. Mandhana faced 64 balls, hitting 14 boundaries and three sixes, with a strike rate of 178.12. Her performance was crucial for the Sydney Thunder, proving her ability to control the game and score quickly when needed.
Ashleigh Gardner: Consistent Excellence
Ashleigh Gardner is another top player in WBBL history, scoring 114 runs against the Melbourne Stars on December 9, 2017. Gardner faced 52 balls, hitting nine fours and ten sixes, with a strike rate of 219.23. Her aggressive batting style not only led to personal success but also helped her team win that match.
Alyssa Healy: A Reliable Force
Alyssa Healy rounds out the top five with her unbeaten 112 runs against the Adelaide Strikers on December 28, 2018. Healy faced 69 balls, hitting 17 fours and two sixes, with a strike rate of 162.31. Known for her consistency and ability to perform under pressure, Healy’s performance solidified her reputation as one of the leading figures in women’s cricket.