• Australia clinched victory over India in the 1st ODI by five wickets in Brisbane.

  • Megan Schutt was named Player of the Match for her exceptional bowling.

Megan Schutt and Georgia Voll shine as Australia defeat India by five-wickets in 1st Women ODI
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In a captivating encounter at Brisbane’s Allan Border Field, Australia clinched victory over India in the 1st ODI, showcasing their dominance in the 50-over format. After being invited to bowl first, first after winning the toss, Australia, led by Megan Schutt‘s stellar bowling performance (5/19), skittled India out for just 100 runs in 34.2 overs. India, struggling with consistent dismissals, never quite managed to find their footing after a promising start that fizzled into an all-too-familiar collapse. With their target set at 101, Australia chased down the total with ease, despite some early jitters, finishing with 5 wickets to spare and 202 balls left in the bank.

Megan Schutt’s five-wicket haul demolishes India

Schutt’s exceptional bowling performance was the highlight of the match, as she tore through India’s lineup, claiming figures of 5/19. Her disciplined, probing lengths and variations left the Indian batters in disarray, unable to form any substantial partnerships. Schutt’s mastery not only derailed India’s batting plans but also set the tone for the rest of the Australian bowling unit, which complemented her performance with precision and efficiency.

India’s innings were marred by a series of batting failures, especially in the middle order. After a shaky start, where India failed to laid foundation with early fall of Smriti Mandhana and Priya Punia, Harmanpreet Kaur and Harleen Deol provided some resistance however their departures triggered a dramatic collapse. Despite a brief resistance from lower-order batters, the team failed to build on their initial momentum, succumbing to pressure and losing crucial wickets at regular intervals. The lack of stability and partnerships left them with a modest total that was always going to be difficult to defend.

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Chase completed with help from Georgia Voll: Australia’s seals victory

In their pursuit of a modest target of 101, Australia initially faced some challenges but maintained composure throughout the chase. Phoebe Litchfield set the tempo with a rapid 35 off 29 balls, displaying confidence and precision. Even as key players like Ellyse Perry and Beth Mooney were dismissed, the experienced lineup adjusted their strategy effectively. Georgia Voll‘s unbeaten 46 was a testament to her calm under pressure, guiding her team to victory with a measured innings. The Australians’ seamless approach and depth in batting underscored their supremacy and set a high standard for the series ahead.

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