India’s Innings
India posted 330/10, their highest score in tournament history. Smriti Mandhana (80 off 66) and Pratika Rawal (supporting role in the opening stand) gave India a strong start, adding 155 runs for the first wicket. However, India faltered in the final overs, losing 6 wickets for 36 runs, as Annabel Sutherland claimed a five-wicket haul to derail a potential 350+ total.
Contributions from Harleen Deol, Harmanpreet Kaur, Jemimah Rodrigues, and Richa Ghosh were notable, but none managed to push the score further. India’s middle and lower order struggled against Australia’s disciplined bowling, ultimately falling short of setting an unassailable target.
Australia’s Chase
Chasing 331, Australia started positively with Alyssa Healy and Phoebe Litchfield putting on an 85-run opening stand. Perry, despite retiring hurt midway, returned to take crucial singles and keep the momentum. Healy’s composed century featured 21 fours and 3 sixes, while contributions from Litchfield, Perry, and Ashleigh Gardner ensured Australia crossed the line with an over to spare.
Australia’s chase had tense moments as wickets fell in quick succession, but the team adapted brilliantly under pressure. Healy’s efforts earned her the Player of the Match award, praising the depth and resilience of the Australian batting lineup.
Key Takeaways
- Record-breaking chase: Australia’s 331-run chase is now the highest successful run chase in Women’s ODI history.
- Star performance: Alyssa Healy’s 142-run innings anchored the chase.
- Bowling highlights: Annabel Sutherland’s five-wicket haul was pivotal in restricting India despite a strong batting display.
- India’s challenge: Strong starts by Mandhana and Rawal were undermined by late-order collapses.
Australia remain undefeated in the tournament, while India face their second consecutive loss, but captain Harmanpreet Kaur emphasized learning from the game to bounce back in upcoming fixtures.
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