159/10 (48.1)
CR : 3.30
180/10 (44.3)
CR : 4.04
Australia Women won by 21 runs 🏆
Player of the Match
Alana King
4/2513(39)
AUSW won by 21 runs
11:32 AM IST & 5:02 PM Local Time| The Ashes at its absolute finest! A nail-biting, low-scoring thriller at Junction Oval saw Australia pull off a sensational 21-run victory, defending a modest total of 180 with remarkable grit. Never write off the Aussies! With this commanding win, they have sealed the ODI series 2-0, with one game still to play in Hobart. Look at the scenes at the Junction Oval as Australia Women are delighted with this victory!
Earlier in the day, Australia Women were put into bat by Heather Knight. The hosts adopted a cautious approach at the start, skillfully negotiating the new ball. Lauren Bell provided the first breakthrough, dismissing the Australian skipper for 29 inside the powerplay.
A handy partnership between Phoebe Litchfield and Ellyse Perry for the second wicket saw the pair add 49 valuable runs. The southpaw fell shortly after the Drinks Interval, but the foundation was well laid for Australia to post a competitive total, provided the middle order capitalized on the start.
Ellyse Perry (60) top-scored for Australia but found little support from the other end. From a strong position at 131/2, the visitors suffered a dramatic collapse, getting bundled out for 180 in 44.3 overs. Heather Knight's leadership was exceptional, as her bowlers executed the plans to perfection. Sophie Ecclestone was the star, claiming 4/35—her best figures in this format against Australia. While Alice Capsey impressed with her career-best WODI figures of 3/22. A clinical effort from England as they had to chase 181 runs in order to level the ODI Series.
In reply, Australia were spot on with their lines and lengths right from the start. Kim Garth struck early, removing Tammy Beaumont (3) following a successful review by Alyssa Healy. Maia Bouchier (17) was also sent back to the pavilion during the powerplay, putting England in a spot of bother.
Heather Knight and Nat Sciver-Brunt steadied the ship for England, building a solid partnership that frustrated the Australian bowlers, who were desperately searching for a wicket. The pair looked in complete control and kept the scoreboard ticking. However, the momentum shifted after the Drinks Break, as Ashleigh Gardner provided the much-needed breakthrough for Australia by dismissing Heather Knight.
A sudden flurry of wickets turned the game on its head as Alyssa Healy brought Alana King into the attack immediately after the partnership was broken. The leg-spinner struck twice in quick succession, dismissing Danni Wyatt-Hodge and the well-set Nat Sciver-Brunt. In a matter of moments, England found themselves in trouble, losing half their side for just 84 runs.
England Women needed just one solid partnership to turn the game in their favor, but it eluded them. The stand between Alice Capsey and Amy Jones gave the visitors hope and brought them back into contention. However, England once again lost a crucial wicket against the run of play, derailing their chase at a critical juncture.
Amy Jones fought valiantly with an unbeaten 47, but her efforts were in vain as England were bundled out for 159. Outstanding yet again from Alana King (4/25) who was the standout performer with the ball for the Aussies. A comprehensive performance from Australia sees them secure a 21-run victory, underlining their dominance in the series!
Earlier in the day, Australia Women were put into bat by Heather Knight. The hosts adopted a cautious approach at the start, skillfully negotiating the new ball. Lauren Bell provided the first breakthrough, dismissing the Australian skipper for 29 inside the powerplay.
A handy partnership between Phoebe Litchfield and Ellyse Perry for the second wicket saw the pair add 49 valuable runs. The southpaw fell shortly after the Drinks Interval, but the foundation was well laid for Australia to post a competitive total, provided the middle order capitalized on the start.
Ellyse Perry (60) top-scored for Australia but found little support from the other end. From a strong position at 131/2, the visitors suffered a dramatic collapse, getting bundled out for 180 in 44.3 overs. Heather Knight's leadership was exceptional, as her bowlers executed the plans to perfection. Sophie Ecclestone was the star, claiming 4/35—her best figures in this format against Australia. While Alice Capsey impressed with her career-best WODI figures of 3/22. A clinical effort from England as they had to chase 181 runs in order to level the ODI Series.
In reply, Australia were spot on with their lines and lengths right from the start. Kim Garth struck early, removing Tammy Beaumont (3) following a successful review by Alyssa Healy. Maia Bouchier (17) was also sent back to the pavilion during the powerplay, putting England in a spot of bother.
Heather Knight and Nat Sciver-Brunt steadied the ship for England, building a solid partnership that frustrated the Australian bowlers, who were desperately searching for a wicket. The pair looked in complete control and kept the scoreboard ticking. However, the momentum shifted after the Drinks Break, as Ashleigh Gardner provided the much-needed breakthrough for Australia by dismissing Heather Knight.
A sudden flurry of wickets turned the game on its head as Alyssa Healy brought Alana King into the attack immediately after the partnership was broken. The leg-spinner struck twice in quick succession, dismissing Danni Wyatt-Hodge and the well-set Nat Sciver-Brunt. In a matter of moments, England found themselves in trouble, losing half their side for just 84 runs.
England Women needed just one solid partnership to turn the game in their favor, but it eluded them. The stand between Alice Capsey and Amy Jones gave the visitors hope and brought them back into contention. However, England once again lost a crucial wicket against the run of play, derailing their chase at a critical juncture.
Amy Jones fought valiantly with an unbeaten 47, but her efforts were in vain as England were bundled out for 159. Outstanding yet again from Alana King (4/25) who was the standout performer with the ball for the Aussies. A comprehensive performance from Australia sees them secure a 21-run victory, underlining their dominance in the series!
Player of the Match: Alana King
Alana King (Player of the Match): "Well fought win for us. Sorry, not able to get the words out now. Very different conditions to what we are used to at the Junction Oval.
There was a lot of turn and we knew if we could bowl the right line and lengths, we will have enough in the pitch. Kimmy G (Kim Garth) got us a great start. We go 4-0 in the series, so stoked for that. Happy to contribute to the team's success.
I tell the girls if I get too excited to pull me back. We had our backs against the wall, didn't have a lot to defend. Great partnership bowling."
There was a lot of turn and we knew if we could bowl the right line and lengths, we will have enough in the pitch. Kimmy G (Kim Garth) got us a great start. We go 4-0 in the series, so stoked for that. Happy to contribute to the team's success.
I tell the girls if I get too excited to pull me back. We had our backs against the wall, didn't have a lot to defend. Great partnership bowling."
Heather Knight (England Women Captain): "Yeah it was an exciting game for the fans and we were all at the edge of our seats but frustration, clear frustration for us as we failed to get over the line.
I thought we fought brilliantly to restrict them to a below par total. We lost wickets at the wrong time with the bat and it costed us. We have to be braver with the bat I feel.
Yeah Amy was obviously brilliant. She was trying to find the boundaries whenever she could. With no-balls floating around and bowler's changing, it was tough for her to keep her mind calm. She played really well.
We were really close in this game. We need to do a few things better and we have to be braver with the bat."
I thought we fought brilliantly to restrict them to a below par total. We lost wickets at the wrong time with the bat and it costed us. We have to be braver with the bat I feel.
Yeah Amy was obviously brilliant. She was trying to find the boundaries whenever she could. With no-balls floating around and bowler's changing, it was tough for her to keep her mind calm. She played really well.
We were really close in this game. We need to do a few things better and we have to be braver with the bat."
Alyssa Healy (Australia Women Captain): "Tremendous game of cricket. Was a serious effort from our girls. One of the better wins I have been part of. I thought there was enough in the wicket all day, showed with Lauren Bell's wicket.
(About clinching tight situations) Yeah we do, we speak about hanging in there and creating opportunities. We move on, there are a lot of games left in the Ashes series. Hopefully, we can put on a more complete performance."
(About clinching tight situations) Yeah we do, we speak about hanging in there and creating opportunities. We move on, there are a lot of games left in the Ashes series. Hopefully, we can put on a more complete performance."
What a nail-biter at Junction Oval! A low-scoring thriller that kept everyone on the edge of their seats. Australia Women delivered a commanding performance to defeat England Women, sealing the ODI series in style with a game to go on 17th January (Friday) at Hobart.
With this win, the Aussies have added 4 crucial points to their tally in the Multi-Format Series, while England are still searching for their first points. The Heather Knight-led side will be eager to bounce back and get their campaign on track!
For now, this is Pritam Dey signing off on behalf of my co-commentators Ajay Pal Singh & Karthik Raj who, along with scorer/analyst Bishal Mandal brought all the actions of this clash. Stay tuned for more cricketing action from around the world. BYE BYE👋
With this win, the Aussies have added 4 crucial points to their tally in the Multi-Format Series, while England are still searching for their first points. The Heather Knight-led side will be eager to bounce back and get their campaign on track!
For now, this is Pritam Dey signing off on behalf of my co-commentators Ajay Pal Singh & Karthik Raj who, along with scorer/analyst Bishal Mandal brought all the actions of this clash. Stay tuned for more cricketing action from around the world. BYE BYE👋