Hayley Matthews Scored Record 182 Runs
The West Indies star set a new personal record in the team's ODI win over Zimbabwe.
Updated on Sept. 24, 2026 in Tennis
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West Indies cricketer Hayley Matthews scored 182 runs against Zimbabwe at the Harare Sports Club. This performance marked the highest individual score by a West Indian woman in an ODI.
Why it matters
The historic innings establishes Matthews as a standout force in women's cricket, as she became the first woman to post ODI hundreds against nine different opponents.
Matthews achieved her 182-run total off 156 balls, striking 26 boundaries and two maximums. This feat makes her the first woman to score 50-plus runs against 11 different teams in ODI cricket.
The players
Hayley Matthews
She is a professional cricketer for the West Indies who has set multiple international scoring records.
The details
Playing at the Harare Sports Club, Matthews dominated the bowling attack to lead the West Indies to victory over Zimbabwe. Her 182-run effort stands as a new benchmark for individual scoring within the West Indian women's national team.
Timeline
September 24, 2026: Hayley Matthews scored 182 runs during the first ODI match.
Season Trajectory
Matthews' historic performance significantly elevates the West Indies' standing and momentum in the current international ODI cycle. This milestone performance positions her as a dominant statistical leader in the global cricketing landscape.
Matthews is now the first female cricketer to achieve 50-plus scores against 11 different international teams. This innings marks the highest individual score ever recorded by a West Indian player in women's ODI history.
The takeaway
Consistent high scoring across a wide variety of opponents demonstrates elite adaptability for professional athletes. Matthews serves as a prime example of sustained performance across diverse international bowling attacks.
Further reading
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