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Matthews criticises ‘unfair’ funding after Australia crush West Indies to race into final

Semi-final: Australia, 127-2, bt West Indies, 125-7, by 8 wkts

Matthews criticises ‘unfair’ funding after Australia crush West Indies to race into final

TL;DR

  • West Indies captain Hayley Matthews described the global cricket funding as "unfair" after their T20 World Cup semi-final loss to Australia.
  • Matthews stated that increased investment in women's cricket has widened the gap between nations, making it harder for teams like the West Indies to compete.
  • She highlighted the lack of pathway programs and limited domestic season for West Indies players compared to Australia's extensive leagues and opportunities.
  • Australia comfortably chased down West Indies' target of 126 with eight wickets and seven overs to spare.
  • The West Indies innings suffered a collapse, losing four wickets for 12 runs.
  • Deandra Dottin experienced a medical emergency before the match but still batted, alongside Jannillea Glasgow, to provide some late impetus.
  • Australia's Ellyse Perry retired hurt during the chase but is expected to be fit for the final.