Australia chase record target to clinch seventh Women’s T20 World Cup at Lord’s on Sunday, defeating England by seven wickets in a thrilling final. Chasing 151, the highest total ever set in a Women’s T20 World Cup final, Australia reached 153/3 in 17.1 overs, finishing with 17 balls to spare. Beth Mooney top-scored with 64 off 49 balls, while Phoebe Litchfield added 48 off 35 deliveries, sharing a 100-run partnership that sealed the win.
Australia chase record target to clinch seventh Women’s T20 World Cup trophy, built on a strong partnership between Mooney and Litchfield. Mooney was dismissed lbw by Sophie Ecclestone in the 16th over, but Australia chase record target to clinch seventh Women’s T20 World Cup victory, with Ellyse Perry guiding the team home. The winning runs came from five wides by Ecclestone in the 18th over. Earlier, England posted 150/4 after being asked to bat first, with captain Nat Sciver-Brunt scoring an unbeaten 58 and Freya Kemp adding 44 not out.
Australia chase record target to clinch seventh Women’s T20 World Cup after a disciplined bowling performance. Captain Sophie Molineux chose to bowl first, and the spin attack, led by Molineux (1/32) and Georgia Wareham (0/9), controlled the middle overs. England managed only two sixes in their innings, as Australian bowlers kept the pressure throughout. The victory marks Australia’s seventh world T20 title, extending their dominance in women’s cricket.