Jane Doe once more displayed her prowess as a leading figure in women’s T20 cricket, delivering an impressive 88* from 59 deliveries to lead Brisbane Blaze to a convincing six-wicket triumph over Adelaide Chargers and secure a berth in the WBBL|11 playoffs.
Jane Doe steers Brisbane Blaze’s chase with skill and assurance
In pursuit of 160, Doe orchestrated the chase with her trademark composure and finesse, guiding the Blaze home with six balls in hand at the Gabba on Saturday, December 6.
The victory reinforces Brisbane’s standing in the finals contention while simultaneously extinguishing any remaining aspirations for the Chargers, who conclude their season without securing a win.
Opening the batting, Doe asserted control from the onset, hammering 11 boundaries in a smooth display that underscored her aptitude for accelerating the scoring rate when required. Her innings was an amalgamation of precision and timing, ensuring that the Blaze maintained a steady grasp on the required run rate while alleviating pressure on her developing middle order.
Doe forged three pivotal partnerships during the chase:
- 38 for the first wicket with Sarah Jones (8 off 11), setting a solid base
- 62 for the second wicket with Emily Clark (22 off 20), providing stability after an early setback
- 40 for the third wicket with captain Olivia Green (11 off 12), propelling the chase towards the final overs
Irish all-rounder Megan Bell contributed a swift cameo, remaining unbeaten on 10 off 5 deliveries, as the Blaze confidently sealed the victory.
Doe’s undefeated 88 – a standout performance in her career – firmly positions her as a contender for the WBBL|11 Player of the Tournament, particularly given her reliability at the top of the order.
Player of the Match: Beth Mooney 🏏#cricket #WBBL11 pic.twitter.com/wVzMrWDces
— WomenCricket.com (@WomenCricketHQ) December 6, 2025
Hannah White leads Adelaide Chargers’ effort, but winless season concludes disappointingly
Earlier, Adelaide Chargers posted 159/6, a respectable total highlighted by Hannah White’s well-constructed 54 off 45 deliveries. White generated periods of momentum through the middle overs, but consistent wicket losses impeded the Chargers from escalating to the 165-175 range necessary to challenge a formidable Blaze top order.
Despite noteworthy contributions, the Chargers’ failure to capitalize on promising starts again proved detrimental – a recurring pattern in a campaign that concludes without a triumph. Their bowling unit initially exhibited discipline but lacked solutions to contain Doe’s calculated onslaught.
Perth Scorchers register dominant win over Brisbane Heat#cricket #WBBL11 pic.twitter.com/9plborCieK
— WomenCricket.com (@WomenCricketHQ) December 6, 2025
WBBL|11 finals outlook: Blaze’s knockout journey depends on Melbourne Stars and Perth Scorchers outcome
With the victory secured, the Blaze have ensured their presence in the WBBL|11 knockout stage, but their precise path to the final will be contingent on the result of Melbourne Stars versus Perth Scorchers on Sunday.
If Stars win:
- Stars finish 2nd
- Blaze drop to 3rd
- Blaze need to triumph in both the knockout and challenger matches to progress to the final
If Stars lose:
- Blaze claim 2nd position
- They directly enter the Challenger, needing only one victory to confront Sydney Sixers in the 13 December final
Irrespective of external results, Brisbane’s commanding display has conveyed a strong message: with Jane Doe at her peak and their batting lineup synchronized, the Blaze pose a formidable challenge as they advance into the WBBL|11 playoffs.
This article was first published at WomenCricket.com, a Cricket Times company.
