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Suzie Bates reached an incredible career milestone of 350 international matches during New Zealand's World Cup game against South Africa. She expressed genuine surprise at how quickly her cricket journey has flown by while wearing the silver fern. The veteran opener emphasized the importance of contributing with the bat and securing a win in this crucial match. Despite her brief innings, Bates' achievement highlights her remarkable longevity in women's international cricket.

Key Points: Suzie Bates Reflects on 350th New Zealand Cricket Milestone

  • Bates achieved milestone in Women's World Cup match against South Africa at Holkar Stadium
  • Expressed surprise at how quickly her 350-match career has progressed
  • Noted surreal feeling of 650 combined games with skipper Sophie Devine
  • Emphasized need for runs and victory in crucial South Africa encounter
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Women's WC: 'Can't believe I've been out there 350 times', says Suzie Bates

New Zealand veteran Suzie Bates expresses disbelief at reaching 350 international matches during Women's World Cup, sharing emotional reflections on her career journey.

"Cannot believe I have been out there 350 times wearing that Fern - Suzie Bates"

Indore, Oct 6

New Zealand cricket veteran Suzie Bates expressed surprise at how swiftly her journey has progressed after she reached a major career milestone on Monday as she stepped onto the field for her 350th international match.

Bates achieved the feat in the ongoing Women’s World Cup match against South Africa at Holkar Stadium in Indore, where New Zealand skipper Sophie Devine won the toss and chose to bat first.

Expressing her sentiments on the occasion, Bates said, “It is (special). When you talk about that number, you feel it has gone so quickly. Cannot believe I have been out there 350 times wearing that Fern.”

“To think that we have had 650 games between us (Devine and me) is pretty surreal. Looking forward to getting out there with her, and really important game for us.”

When asked about her aim for the game against South Africa, Bates replied, “Runs and a win is always what I am after. Want to contribute with the bat. As a group, need to go out there and express ourselves. If we can improve on that (performance against Australia), we will have a really good chance against South Africa.”

New Zealand are playing their second game in Indore, and Bates believes that it will benefit them to adapt to the conditions.

“Really good batting wicket. Lots of runs out there with a fast outfield. A bit of an advantage having played here, knowing the angles, but this is a different wicket, so about adapting to the conditions,” the opening batter said.

However, the 38-year-old’s moment was brief as she was trapped in front of the wickets by Marizanne Kapp on the first ball of the match.

—IANS

- IANS

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Rohit P
So sad she got out on the first ball after such a special milestone! That's cricket for you - one moment you're celebrating 350 matches, next moment you're walking back to the pavilion. Tough luck!
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Sarah B
Great to see women's cricket getting this kind of coverage in India. The World Cup being hosted here is really helping the sport grow among young girls. More power to women's cricket! 💪
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Aditya G
Holkar Stadium in Indore is such a beautiful ground. Good to see international women's cricket being played there. The pitch description sounds perfect for batting - shame Bates couldn't make use of it today.
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Michael C
While I appreciate the milestone, I wish the coverage would focus more on the current match performance rather than individual records. The team needs to win this crucial game against South Africa.
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Kavya N
Bates and Devine together have 650 matches between them! That's some serious experience. Shows how important senior players are in any team. Hope our Indian women's team develops such long-serving players too.

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