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SEA Games: First time’s the charm for PH women’s cricket team in silver finish

/ 06:10 PM May 11, 2023

FILE–Philippine women's cricket team team. PHILIPPINE CRICKET ASSOCIATION

FILE–Philippine women’s cricket team team. PHILIPPINE CRICKET ASSOCIATION

MANILA, Philippines—The Philippines notched a silver medal in cricket courtesy of the women’s team in the 32nd Southeast Asian Games at AZ Group Cricket Oval: Hun Sen Boulevard.

The women’s cricket team placed second in the women’s 6 A Side category after succumbing to Indonesia with a score of 78/1-25/5 in the final.

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The Indonesians emerged victorious by converting 53 runs.

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April Rose Saquilon led the cricket team in runs with 11 to her name in a losing effort.

Helping Saquilon in the field were Alex Bobbi Smith, Jennifer Alumbro, Jhon Kate Andreano, Josie Arimas, Riza Penalba, Romela Osabel and Simranjeet Sirah.

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Catherine Bagaoisan, Joelle Galapin, Johannah McCall, Jonna Eguid, Lolita Olaguier, Ma. Luz Mandia and Shanilyn Asis comprised the country’s bench pieces.

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It is the first time for the Philippines to compete in the event for the SEA Games.

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“Getting a medal in their first appearance is a big achievement. I can see a much-better performance in future events,” said Philippine Cricket Association’s chief executive officer, Faisal Khan.

Myanmar completed the podium with a 24/0-23/3 victory over home bet Cambodia for the battle for third.

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Theint Theint Soe led Myanmar to the bronze after converting 10 runs.

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