At Manuka Oval, Canberra, cricket fans witnessed a thrilling encounter Australia ends out England in his second T20I Women’s Ashes 2025. The match had impressive performances with both bat and ball, entertaining the crowd till the end.
Tahlia McGrath leads Australia in a competitive set
After being sent into bat by England, Australia posted a commanding total of 185/5 in their 20 overs. Beth Mooney led the way at the top, scoring 44 off 31 balls with seven boundaries. Tahlia McGraththe eventual Player of the Match, played a pivotal knock of 48 not out off 35 deliveries, including eight fours, anchoring the innings in the middle overs. Grace Harris he provided a late flourish with a quickfire 35 not out from 17 balls, smashing two fours and three sixes. Charlotte Dean was the standout bowler for England, claiming 2/28 in her four overs, while Freya Kemp and Sophie Ecclestone picked up a wicket each.
Heather Knight nearly got England over the finish line
Chasing 186, England started cautiously, with Maia Bouchier contributing 13 off 14 balls. Danielle Wyatt was in fine form, scoring a quick 52 off 40 deliveries, including eight fours. Sophia Dunkley added a useful 32 off 22 balls while skippering Heather Knight she almost pulled off a miraculous finish with her explosive 43 off just 19 balls, hitting six fours and a six. However, despite their efforts, England could only manage 168/4 in 19.1 overs when rain intervened. Megan Shute was the pick of the Australian bowlers, claiming 2/32 in her four overs, while Kim Garth and Annabelle Sutherland bowled out by one wicket apiece.
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Result
He saw the game affected by rain Australia close out the win by six runs (DLS method), helping them secure the Female Ash once again.
Australia won by 6 runs (DLS Method) 🏏
– Australia take a commanding 10-0 lead, sealing a Women’s Ashes series win 🙌#women #cricket #AUSvENG #Ashes #CricketTwitter #WomenCricket pic.twitter.com/PCibeOD725
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2025-01-23 15:45:00
