The first round of HEARTS contracts has been released, with some exciting young talent being awarded a place on the list for the 2023/24 season. Wicketkeeper Elizabeth Buchanan joins the contract list after making her T20 debut against the Central Hinds .
The Auckland Hearts beat the Canterbury Magicians in the Super Smash at Hagley Oval on Monday.
Bella Armstrong scored 39 off 29 balls before taking a crucial wicket as the Auckland Hearts moved to the top of Twenty20 Super Smash table with a 20-run win over the Canterbury Magicians on Monday. She shared in a vital partnership with her captain, Lauren Down, who made 33 off 39 balls, putting on 63 runs in 8.4 overs in the middle of their innings as they posted 138-4 from their 20 overs. Then with the match in the balance, she claimed the crucial wicket of Kate Ebrahim, who was on 31 off 35 balls and leading the way for the Magicians at Hagley Oval in Christchurch.