The PNG Lewas capped off their PacificAus Sports Cricket Invitational campaign with a commanding 94-run victory over Samoa Women in the final match of the tournament at Amini Park on Saturday afternoon. Batting first, the Lewas posted an imposing 138 for 6 in 20 overs, led by an anchor innings from Naoani Vare, who scored 30 off 43 balls. She was well supported by Melanie Ani (19), Henao Thomas (20) and a quick-fire 18 from Holland Doriga. Contributions from across the top and middle order helped PNG build pressure, while 18 extras added to Samoa’s difficulties. In response, Samoa’s innings collapsed under the weight of disciplined bowling, with the side dismissed for just 44 runs in 11 overs. PNG’s bowlers struck relentlessly, with early wickets triggering a domino effect that the Samoan batters could not recover from. The win sealed a perfect finish for the Lewas in front of their home crowd, during what has been a historic week coinciding with PNG’s 50th Anniversary of Independence. With three wins from three matches, PNG ends their campaign undefeated —showcasing their growing strength in the region. The match followed the earlier clash between Australia Indigenous Women and Vanuatu, closing a successful tournament that highlighted the rise of Pacific women’s cricket and the power of sport in uniting communities.