Tahlia McGrath’s Leadership and Annabel Sutherland’s Century Propel Australia to Victory
Australia found themselves in a precarious position in the third ODI after losing their top four batters for just 78 runs. Arundhati Reddy’s brilliant eight-over spell put the Aussies under pressure, but a strong recovery came in the form of a 96-run partnership between Annabel Sutherland and Ash Gardner. Sutherland’s remarkable 110 off 95 balls was the anchor that helped Australia reach 298/6, overcoming the earlier collapse.
Annabel Sutherland Makes History with Century at Number Five
Annabel Sutherland’s century was a historic one, as she became the first-ever Australian woman to score a century in ODIs batting at number five or below. Only eight women in the history of ODI cricket have achieved this feat, making her performance even more significant. Despite the initial setbacks, Sutherland’s composed batting, including regular boundaries and quick singles, steered Australia back into a strong position.
Australia’s Stunning Recovery After Early Collapse
Following a tough phase where they were reduced to 78/4, Australia managed to score an impressive 220 runs after the fall of four wickets. This remarkable recovery was the second-highest total ever for a women’s team after losing their first four wickets in an ODI, just three runs short of their own record set in 2021 against India in Mackay. Sutherland’s partnership with McGrath, which accumulated 122 runs in 16 overs, played a crucial role in Australia’s comeback.
This historic performance by Sutherland not only added another century to her name but also showcased the resilience and depth of Australia’s batting line-up.
