Australia Crush Bangladesh by 10 Wickets in a One-Sided Clash

Australia Crush Bangladesh by 10 Wickets in a One-Sided Clash

Women's ODI World Cup: Australia Vs Bangladesh: Australia produced a dominant display to thrash Bangladesh by 10 wickets. Alyssa Healy’s explosive 113 off 77 balls* and Phoebe Litchfield’s 84 off 72* made light work of Bangladesh’s total of 198.

It was an absolutely one-sided contest as Australia showcased their class and authority over Bangladesh in the 2025 Women’s World Cup. After winning the toss, Bangladesh opted to bat but could only manage 198/9 in 50 overs despite a fighting half-century from Sobhana Mostary (66) and a solid start by Rubya Haider (44).

Australia’s bowlers were disciplined throughout, with Alana King (2/18) and Ashleigh Gardner (2/48) leading the attack and Annabel Sutherland providing vital breakthroughs.

In reply, the Australian openers made the chase look effortless. Alyssa Healy and Phoebe Litchfield put on a stunning unbeaten stand, chasing down the target in just 24.5 overs to seal a massive 10-wicket win.

Bangladesh Innings:

Bangladesh’s batting lineup struggled to find momentum against Australia’s sharp bowling attack. After a cautious start, Fargana Hoque (8) was dismissed by Megan Schutt, while Rubya Haider (44 off 59) played some fine strokes to give her side hope.

Sharmin Akhter (19) and Nigar Sultana (12) couldn’t convert their starts, leaving Bangladesh under pressure at 104/4. The innings was held together by Sobhana Mostary, who played beautifully for her unbeaten 66 off 80 balls, hitting nine crisp boundaries.

Lower-order contributions were minimal as wickets kept falling regularly. Despite 22 extras from Australia, Bangladesh could only reach 198/9 after 50 overs.

For Australia, Alana King was sensational with figures of 2/18 in 10 overs, supported by Ashleigh Gardner (2/48) and Annabel Sutherland (2/41), keeping the opposition in check.

Australia Innings:

The chase was nothing short of a demolition. Alyssa Healy came out firing, playing classic shots all over the ground on her way to a breathtaking 113 off 77 balls, which included 20 fours.

Her partner Phoebe Litchfield was equally impressive, scoring a fluent 84 off 72 balls with 12 fours and a six. The pair made batting look easy, punishing every loose delivery and not allowing any bowler to settle.

Bangladesh’s bowlers had no answers as Australia reached the target of 202 in just 24.5 overs, sealing victory by 10 wickets — their most dominant performance of the tournament so far.

Brief Scores:

Bangladesh Women: 198/9 in 50 overs (Sobhana Mostary 66, Rubya Haider 44; Alana King 2/18, Annabel Sutherland 2/41, Ashleigh Gardner 2/48)

Australia Women: 202/0 in 24.5 overs (Alyssa Healy 113, Phoebe Litchfield 84)