Hobart Hurricanes power to maiden WBBL trophy

Lee shared a 77-run partnership with Nat Sciver-Brunt (27 for 35) to handle most of the chase.

Earlier Perth won the toss and elected to bat but struggled to sustain their innings despite Hobart missing chances in the field.

In-form opener Beth Mooney (33 off 26) fell three times in the powerplay and was bowled by Heather Graham in the 11th over.

Graham (2-26) also claimed the huge scalp of Scorchers skipper Sophie Devine.

New Zealand international Devine, who fell at the 27th over, showed caution early on but came back to life with two sixes before being stunned in the 17th over.

Hobart’s England spinner Linsey Smith bowled just two overs but finished the match with a valuable 2-4.

The Hurricanes qualified directly for the finals after finishing the season at the top, while Perth, competing for their second title, won two final matches to qualify.