Bangladesh, after choosing to bat first, struggled to find rhythm against a disciplined Australian bowling unit. They were restricted to 198 for 9, with Shobana Mostary holding the innings together with an unbeaten 66 off 80 balls — the highest individual score by a Bangladeshi batter against Australia in women’s cricket. Rubya Haider chipped in with a brisk 44, but the middle order failed to build on the foundation as wickets fell at regular intervals.
Australia’s bowlers ensured constant pressure. Alana King (2/18), Annabel Sutherland (2/41), Ashleigh Gardner (2/49) and Georgia Wareham (2/22) shared the wickets evenly, maintaining control through the innings.
In reply, Healy and Phoebe Litchfield turned the chase into a one-sided affair. The pair launched into the Bangladesh attack from the outset, with Healy peppering the boundary ropes 20 times and Litchfield complementing her skipper’s aggression with 12 fours and a six. The partnership dismantled Bangladesh’s famed spin attack, leaving them without answers.
Litchfield ended the contest in style, striking consecutive boundaries off Fariha Trisna to seal the win before the halfway stage.
The comprehensive victory further solidified Australia’s position at the top, bringing them closer to a semifinal spot and reaffirming their dominance on the global stage.hungry for resurgence.
