Manchester Originals Defeat Northern Superchargers by Five Runs at Old Trafford

In a closely contested women's Hundred cricket match at Old Trafford, Manchester Originals secured a thrilling five-run victory over Northern Superchargers, denying them the chance to move to the top of the table. The Originals posted a competitive total of 117-5, largely thanks to a rapid 51 off 26 balls by Deandra Dottin, who helped rescue her team from a precarious position. Northern Superchargers started their chase well, with Phoebe Litchfield and Alice Davidson-Richards putting on a 64-run partnership, but a key dismissal of Litchfield by Amelia Kerr sparked a collapse where the Superchargers lost four wickets for 17 runs. In the tense final overs, Sophie Ecclestone took a crucial wicket by having Bess Heath caught by Dottin, and Lauren Filer dismissed Kate Cross, sealing the Originals' win. Despite the loss, the Superchargers remain second in the standings while the Originals rise to third, maintaining a competitive and open race in the women's Hundred competition. The match featured strong performances from both teams and highlighted the high level of competition in the tournament.