In Women’s Cricket, Australia have pulled off a thrilling three-run, final-over victory to seal an ODI series victory over India, at Wankhede Stadium last night. Chasing a victory target of 259, Indian Women team managed to score 255 runs with 8 wickets down in 50 overs. For Australia, Annabel Sutherland picked up three wickets. Richa Ghosh with 96 runs was the highest scorer for India.
Electing to bat first, the visitors made 258 for 8 in their allotted 50 overs. Phoebe Litchfield scored 63 runs and Ellyse Perry hit a half-century. For India, Deepti Sharma took 5 wickets. Earlier, Australia had defeated India by 6 wickets in the first match. The third and last match of the series will be played on 2nd January, 2024.
