Auckland Hearts have one hand on the Hallyburton Johnstone Shield after thrashing Central HindsANDREW CORNAGA/PHOTOSPORT Auckland's Lauren Down played a decisive innings against Central on Sunday. The Auckland Hearts are one win away from being crowned Hallyburton Johnstone Shield champions. Sunday's match at Fitzherbert Park in Palmerston North saw Auckland's bowlers at their restrictive best, bowling Central out for 157 in 44.3 overs. Bella Armstrong was the pick with 3-15 from six overs, but three others also picked up two each. Standings after eight of 10 games: Auckland 32, Canterbury 24, Wellington 23, Otago 15, Northern 8, Central 6,- Stuff

Source: Stuff January 14, 2018 04:18 UTC