AUS vs ENG [WATCH]: Phoebe Litchfield takes an unbelievable catch to dismiss Danni Wyatt-Hodge | Women’s Ashes 2025, 3rd ODI

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Phoebe Litchfield’s sensational catch to dismiss Danni Wyatt- Hodge
- Here’s the video
Australia Women secure 3-0 whitewash over England in the Women’s Ashes 2025

A moment of pure brilliance lit up the third Women’s Ashes 2025 ODI between Australia and England as Phoebe Litchfield pulled off an extraordinary catch to dismiss the dangerous Danni Wyatt-Hodge.

Phoebe Litchfield’s sensational catch to dismiss Danni Wyatt- Hodge

Chasing a challenging target, England were cruising on the back of Wyatt-Hodge’s fluent 35 off 32 balls when Alana King delivered a teasing delivery, on fifth ball of the 37th over, enticing an aggressive shot. Wyatt-Hodge, in fine form, aimed to loft the ball inside out over extra cover, but what followed was a spectacle of athleticism and skill.

Litchfield, stationed at extra cover, immediately anticipated the trajectory and sprinted backward, eyes fixed on the ball. As it descended, she executed a full-stretch dive, both hands outstretched, completing a stunning two-handed catch just inches off the ground. The effort left spectators in awe, as it wasn’t just a catch – it was a game-defining moment. The dismissal not only broke a flourishing partnership between Nat Sciver-Brunt and Wyatt-Hodge but also reaffirmed Litchfield’s reputation as one of the sharpest fielders in the game. Australia, under pressure, once again showcased their ability to turn matches with fielding brilliance, and Litchfield’s extraordinary effort epitomized their unrelenting determination.

Here’s the video:

Flying Phoebe! ✈️
Litchfield takes a stunner to dismiss Danni Wyatt-Hodge #Ashes pic.twitter.com/AzSAt9W9y9
— cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) January 17, 2025

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Australia Women secure 3-0 whitewash over England in the Women’s Ashes 2025

In a commanding display, Australia defeated England by 86 runs in the third ODI at Hobart, completing a 3-0 whitewash in the Women’s Ashes series. Batting first, Australia recovered from early setbacks to post a formidable 308/8, courtesy of Ashleigh Gardner‘s terrific century (102 off 102 balls) and Tahlia McGrath‘s rapid 55 off 45 deliveries. Georgia Wareham provided late fireworks with an unbeaten 38 off just 12 balls.

England’s chase faltered early, with Megan Schutt (3/57) and Georgia Wareham (2/27) dismantling the top order. Despite fighting half-centuries from Tammy Beaumont (54) and Sciver-Brunt (61), England collapsed to 222 all out in 42.2 overs. Alana King starred with a brilliant 5/46, sealing the victory for Australia. The dominant performance underlines Australia’s supremacy in women’s cricket, as they secured the Ashes with a clean sweep, maintaining their unbeaten streak in the ODI leg of the series.