India Eclipses Australia with Stellar All-Round Show
India showcased a dominant performance against Australia, winning by 21 runs via the DLS method in the Women's T20 International. Seamer Arundhati Reddy led the charge in bowling, while vice-captain Smriti Mandhana shone with the bat. Australia, under their new captain Sophie Molineux, struggled at their home ground.
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India delivered a dominant performance, defeating Australia by 21 runs in the first Women's T20 International. The match, decided by the Duckworth-Lewis-Stern method, saw India excel with both bat and ball. Arundhati Reddy led the bowling attack, taking four wickets for 22 runs.
With Australia's innings restricted to 133 runs owing to an exceptional bowling display, India responded aggressively. Smriti Mandhana remained unbeaten with a composed innings as rain brought an early end to the promising chase. India, well ahead on the DLS par score, was declared victorious, having been at 50 for one in 5.1 overs.
Australia's youthful team, captained by newly appointed Sophie Molineux, struggled to break through India's resolute efforts. Despite a spirited start, the dismissal of key players and a disciplined Indian performance ensured an upbeat start to India's tour Down Under.
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