AUS-W vs ENG-W 23rd Match Highlights of ICC WWC 2025

AUS-W vs ENG-W 23rd Match Highlights of ICC WWC 2025

Australia Women continued their remarkable undefeated streak in the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025defeating England Women by six wickets at the Holkar Cricket Stadium, Indore, on Wednesday, October 22. Star duo Ashleigh Gardner and Annabel Sutherland powered the Aussies to another dominant win. So let’s take a look at the highlights of the 23rd match between AUS-W and ENG-W.

England’s steady start and recovery of the middle order

Australia, led by stand-in skipper Tahlia McGrath, opted to bowl first after winning the toss. England opener Tammy Beaumont played a crucial knock and anchored the innings as others failed to capitalize. Despite early setbacks from Amy Jones, Heather Knight and Sophia Dunkley, Beaumont’s resilience, supported by Alice Capsey and Charlie Dean, led England to a respectable total of 244/9 in 50 overs.

Early setback for Australian women

Chasing 245, Australia were thrown into early turmoil as England struck thrice within the first six overs. With the score reading 68/4 in 15.5 overs, it looked like England could end Australia’s unbeaten run. However, experienced duo Ashleigh Gardner and Annabel Sutherland had other ideas.

The record-breaking partnership between Gardner and Sutherland

The two launched a counterattack that completely turned the tide. Gardner played a breathtaking knock of 104 not out off 73 balls, hitting 16 boundaries and maintaining a strike rate of 142.47. Sutherland provided solid support with a composition 98 off 112 balls*, which shows maturity and control under pressure. Their unbeaten partnership of 180 runs off 148 balls sealed the chase in just 40.3 overs, marking one of the best comebacks of the tournament.

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Star performers – Sutherland shines with bat and ball

Before her batting heroics, Annabel Sutherland made her presence felt with the ball, claiming three key wickets – Amy Jones, Tammy Beaumont and Emma Lamb – to finish with 3/60 in 10 overs. Her all-round brilliance earned her the Player of the Match award.

Most important conclusions from the match

From 68/4 to win comfortably, Australia once again showed their champion mentality. Gardner’s aggressive strokeplay and Sutherland’s composure made the difference, keeping Australia at the top of the points table.

What’s next?

The next match of the 2025 Women’s World Cup will see India Women take on New Zealand Women at the Dr DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai on Thursday, October 23 – a virtual quarter-final that could decide the eventual semi-finalist.

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