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A State League season that looked like diving into oblivion ended with champagne corks popping for Canterbury, crowned national women's one-day cricket champions.
A loss to Wellington in round six at the Basin Reserve this month appeared to signal the end of the team's title hopes.
However, a reversal of form saw them scrape into Saturday's final, where they beat Wellington by eight wickets.
Wellington were never in contention when they were dismissed for 121 on a low, slow pitch. The visitors then reached 122 for two off 39 overs, the chase anchored by reliable left-hander Maria Fahey's 57, while Haidee Tiffen closed the deal, unbeaten on 35.
