Australia Women Got his 2nd T20I against New Zealand The 29-year-old women take a 2-0 lead in the three-match series in Mackay on Sunday (September 22). Australia posted 142 in the first innings Alyssa Healy‘s quickfire 38 while Ashley Gardnerprovided the victory with 3/17 balls. New Zealand’s chase faltered though Suzie BatesA solid start as Australia’s bowling attack is very strong.
Australia’s top order sets the tone
Australia’s innings started with a bang as Healy displayed his trademark aggression at the top of the order. Smashing 38 off 25 balls, including 6 boundaries, Healy took complete control and took Australia to 71/2 for 10 overs. His incisive batting set the pace for Australia’s innings, but the side lost momentum during this time Beth Mooney (7 out of 10) and Ellyse Perry (33 out of 34) fell. Perry, known for his ability to catch a shot, put pressure on the middle order, struggling to get pace during his stay. Despite a solid foundation, Australia’s batsmen struggled to capitalize with wickets falling in quick succession after Healy’s dismissal.
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Amelia Kerr’s brilliance with the ball
Amelia Kerr It was the four performers who stood out for New Zealand in their brilliant spell of 4/20. His clever bowling variations kept the Australian batters in check, especially during the crucial middle overs. Kerr’s most impressive moments came when he rejected the dangerous Gardner and the ever-reliable. Tahlia McGrathThrows Australia’s middle order into disarray. Kerr’s ability to produce turn and bounce on a slow surface kept the batters guessing, while his control of line and length ensured runs dried up. Brooke Halliday Kerry backed up with several key wickets, including a hard-hitting dismissal Annabel SutherlandKeeps Australia under 142 for the total.
New Zealand’s struggle with the bat
Chasing 143, New Zealand’s chase never got going, with wickets falling regularly. Bates stood tall with 34 runs from 34 deliveries, opening the innings and anchoring one end. However, he received little support from his teammates Georgia Plimmer (9 off 16) and Amelia Kerr (6 off 11) fell cheaply. Dismissal Sophie Devine Just 4 added to New Zealand’s woes as they slumped to 66/4 in the 13th over. Although Maddy Green (22 off 18) and Isabella Review (18* off 17) tried to revive the innings, the mounting pace required and tight Australian bowling ensured New Zealand could only muster 113/7 in 20 overs, 29 runs behind.
Ashleigh Gardner’s Game-Changing Magic
Gardner was instrumental in Australia’s victory, taking 3/17 in four overs. Arriving on the attack when New Zealand’s chase was still in its infancy, Gardner denied, securing crucial breakthroughs. Brooke Halliday and Maddy Greenboth looked dangerous. Gardner’s spin action was particularly effective on the Mackay surface, where he consistently forced the ball away from right-handers, forcing errors. Next to him Sutherland (1/18) and Darcie Brown (1/21) applied relentless pressure, ensuring New Zealand never gained any momentum in their chase. Gardner’s spell not only halted New Zealand’s progress but also swung the match decisively in Australia’s favor and sealed a series win.
Serious victory on the board! #AUSvNZ pic.twitter.com/evNEO8WmUz
— Australian Women’s Cricket Team
(@AusWomenCricket) September 22, 2024
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