• Beth Mooney has made history as the first Australian woman to score a century in all three international formats.

  • Mooney achieved this milestone against England during Day 3 of the Pink Ball Ashes Test at the MCG.

AUS vs ENG: Fans go gaga over Beth Mooney’s record-breaking ton on Day 3 of the Pink Ball Test | Women’s Ashes 2025
Fans go gaga over Beth Mooney’s record-breaking ton on Day 3 of the Pink Ball Test | Women’s Ashes 2025 (Image source: X)

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Beth Mooney has made history, becoming the first Australia woman to score a century in all three international formats of cricket. This remarkable achievement unfolded during the Pink Ball Ashes Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), where she resumed her innings on day three with a tantalizing 98 runs.

Beth Mooney’s historic moment at the MCG

As Mooney faced England spinner Sophie Ecclestone to start the day’s play, tension filled the air. After a few cautious dot balls, she finally broke free, driving through the off-side and running the two runs needed for her maiden Test hundred off 155 balls. The moment was electric—Mooney pumped her fist in triumph, removed her helmet, and acknowledged the nearly 6,000 fans who braved the early morning to witness this historic feat.

This century not only marked a personal milestone for Mooney but also etched her name alongside an elite group of cricketers. She became one of only four Australian players to achieve centuries in all formats, joining the ranks of Shane Watson, Glenn Maxwell, and David Warner. Furthermore, she is now part of an exclusive club of just three women globally—alongside England’s Heather Knight and Tammy Beaumont and South Africa‘s Laura Wolvaardt—who have accomplished this remarkable feat.

Mooney breaking records and setting new standards

Mooney’s performance in this Ashes series has been nothing short of phenomenal. With her hundred at the MCG, she surpassed Natalie Sciver-Brunt’s previous Ashes record of 404 runs from the 2023 series in the UK, bringing her total to 405 runs in this multi-format series. This achievement highlights not only her skill but also her consistency and resilience as a top-order batter.

In addition to her Test success, Mooney’s international career has been decorated with six centuries: three in One Day Internationals (ODIs) and two in Twenty20 Internationals (T20Is). Her journey began with her first ODI century against New Zealand in 2017, followed by a T20I century later that same year during the Ashes at Manuka Oval.

Mooney’s road to glory

Mooney’s path to this historic moment was paved with dedication and hard work. Known for her disciplined approach, she maintained her pre-game routines even on the eve of such a significant milestone. Walking to the MCG from her hotel without hitting any balls during warm-up is a testament to her mental fortitude and focus.

Moreover, with this century, she has climbed into fourth place for international runs scored by Australian women, surpassing Karen Rolton. She now trails behind only Meg Lanning, Ellyse Perry, and Alyssa Healy, reinforcing her status as one of Australia’s leading cricketers.

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