The PNG Lewas claimed a thrilling one-run victory over New South Wales Country Women in the opening round, before falling by four wickets to Victoria Country Women in Round Two of the Toyota Australian Country Cricket Championships (TACCC) on Saturday January 3rd at Angaston Oval.

ROUND ONE: PNG LEWAS VS NSW COUNTRY WOMEN

Batting first, NSW Country Women scored 98 runs while losing nine wickets in their 20 overs. In reply, the PNG Lewas chased down the target, posting 99 runs while losing nine wickets in 19.3 overs. With three balls remaining and one wicket in hand, the Lewas edged out NSW to secure a dramatic opening-round victory.

Key contributors for the Lewas included batswoman Hollan Doriga, who scored 27 runs off 17 balls, and all-rounder Henao Thomas, who delivered an impressive bowling performance, taking two wickets from four overs while conceding just 21 runs.

ROUND TWO: PNG LEWAS VS VICTORIA COUNTRY WOMEN

Returning to the field against Victoria Country Women in Round Two at Angaston Oval on Saturday afternoon, the PNG Lewas were unable to maintain their winning momentum, falling short by four wickets.

Batting first, the Lewas posted 103 runs in 20 overs, with captain Brenda Tau leading the team with 40 runs off 40 balls, including six boundaries. Konio Oala bounced back from a duck in Round One to contribute 21 runs.

In reply, Victoria Country Women chased down the target with 107 runs in 19.4 overs, securing a four-wicket victory with two balls remaining.

Pauke Siaka and Henao Thomas led the Lewas bowling attack, taking two and one wickets respectively, supported by disciplined bowling from the rest of the unit.

Despite the loss, the Lewas showed resilience and determination, with several players delivering promising performances ahead of the remaining rounds of the 2025/26 Summer tournament.