Brazil's Laura Cardoso sets historic T20I bowling record with 9-wicket haul

Summary

Brazil's Laura Cardoso set a historic T20 International cricket record by taking 9 wickets for 4 runs, including 5 wickets in 5 consecutive balls, in a match against Lesotho.

Key Points
  • Brazil's bowler Laura Cardoso took 9 wickets for just 4 runs in a Women's T20 International match against Lesotho.
  • Cardoso achieved 5 wickets in 5 consecutive balls, a record-breaking feat in T20I cricket.
  • Her 9-wicket haul is the best bowling figure in T20 International history for both men and women.
  • Brazil won the match by 189 runs and registered its fifth consecutive victory in the tournament.
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