Visakhapatnam, October 12, 2025 — In a high-octane clash at the ACA-VDCA Stadium, Australia Women chased down 331 to defeat India Women, with Alyssa Healy’s blazing 142 anchoring the run chase.
Innings Breakdown & Key Performances
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India Women’s Inning
- India posted a formidable 331 all out.
- Smriti Mandhana top scored with 80.
- Pratika Rawal made 75.
Other notable contributions: Harleen Deol (33), Jemimah Rodrigues (33), Richa Ghosh (32).
From the Australian bowlers, Annabel Sutherland was outstanding with 5 for 40 in 9.5 overs.
Sophie Molineux claimed 3 wickets, though at a cost of 75 runs.
Also, Mandhana achieved a career milestone — becoming the fastest Indian woman to 5,000 ODI runs.
Australia’s Chase
Australia made the target look possible: they chased it down with time to spare.
Alyssa Healy played a defining knock of 142, bringing up her century off 84 balls.
She had support from Ash Gardner and Ellyse Perry (before Perry retired hurt).
India struck back through Shree Charani and Deepti Sharma, but their spells couldn’t stem the flow.
Australia’s composure in the middle overs and smart shot selection helped them maintain the required rate.
Match Turning Points & Insights
India’s strong top order gave them a platform. The 331 was built on depth and sustained partnerships after early wickets.
Sutherland’s five-wicket haul was critical in preventing a more dominant India total.
But Healy’s innings tilted the balance. Her ability to absorb pressure and strike boundaries consistently made the difference.
India dropped a few chances and misfields at crucial moments, which Australia capitalized on.
The pitch stayed good for batting, and dew in later overs probably helped Australia’s chase.