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In the highly anticipated clash between India Women and Australia Women at Wankhede Stadium, the Aussies displayed their dominance by securing a comfortable six-wicket victory in the first Women’s One Day International (WODI).
Alyssa Healy’s early dismissal overshadowed by Aussie aggression
India got off to a promising start by dismissing Australian captain Alyssa Healy for a duck. However, this setback failed to hinder the Australian side, who maintained their aggressive approach and successfully chased down the target. While the overall performance lacked moments for Indian fans to celebrate, Sneh Rana‘s exceptional fielding stole the spotlight with her stunning catch to dismiss Healy.
Sneh Rana takes a blinder
The crucial moment unfolded on the third ball of Australia’s chase when Renuka Singh bowled a delivery that curled away, taking the outside edge of Healy’s bat. The ball raced towards short third, where Rana showcased remarkable fielding skills. The Dehradun-born star leaped to her left, making an extraordinary catch to send Healy back to the pavilion.
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𝙎𝙚𝙣𝙨𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙖𝙡 𝘾𝙖𝙩𝙘𝙝! 🤯
What a grab THAT from @SnehRana15 to dismiss Alyssa Healy in the first over🔥🔥#TeamIndia | #INDvAUS | @IDFCFIRSTBank pic.twitter.com/kKtIfA1AHh
— BCCI Women (@BCCIWomen) December 28, 2023
Jemimah Rodrigues, Pooja Vastrakar propel India to a competitive total
Opting to bat first, India posted a competitive total of 282/8 in their allotted 50 overs. Jemimah Rodrigues and Pooja Vastrakar emerged as the standout performers for the Women in Blue. Rodrigues top-scored with 82 runs from 77 balls, featuring 7 boundaries, while Vastrakar contributed an unbeaten 62 from 46 deliveries, including 7 fours and 2 sixes.
Batters shine as Aussies complete clinical chase
In response, the Australian side successfully chased down the target in 46.3 overs. Opener Phoebe Litchfield played a pivotal role, scoring 78 runs from 89 balls (8 fours and 1 six). Ellyse Perry (75 off 62) and Tahlia McGrath (68* off 55) also showcased their batting prowess, contributing significantly to Australia’s triumphant chase.
