Australia Women asserted their dominance once again, sealing a 3-0 series whitewash against India Women with an emphatic 83-run win in the third ODI at the W.A.C.A. Ground. The hosts delivered a stellar all-round performance, securing crucial ICC Women’s Championship points and reaffirming their supremacy in the format. Despite India’s spirited efforts, Australia’s consistency with both bat and ball proved too strong to overcome.
Annabel Sutherland shines with a match-winning century
Annabel Sutherland was the standout performer for Australia, anchoring the innings with a breathtaking century. Walking in after a shaky start, Sutherland displayed remarkable poise and aggression, smashing 110 runs off just 95 deliveries. Her innings, featuring nine boundaries and four massive sixes, provided the backbone for Australia’s impressive total of 298/6. She was well-supported by Tahlia McGrath (56 off 50) and Ashleigh Gardner (50 off 64), who played crucial roles in building partnerships during the middle overs.
Smriti Mandhana’s heroic ton goes in vain
Chasing a steep target, India Women’s innings revolved around Smriti Mandhana’s masterful century. The left-handed batter showcased her class and resilience, scoring a brilliant 105 off 109 balls, laced with 14 boundaries and a six. However, a lack of support from the rest of the batting lineup meant India fell short, being bowled out for 215 in 45.1 overs. Harleen Deol (39 off 64) provided some resistance, but Gardner’s devastating spell of 5/30 dismantled India’s middle order.
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Here is how Twitter reacted:
Australia win the third and final ODI of the series.
Scorecard ▶️ https://t.co/pdEbkwGszg#TeamIndia | #AUSvIND pic.twitter.com/r1Z3qqQCxR
— BCCI Women (@BCCIWomen) December 11, 2024
Most hundreds for India in women’s ODIs:
Smriti Mandhana – 9* (91 innings).
Mithali Raj – 7 (211 innings). pic.twitter.com/L1I2L4jpoF
— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) December 11, 2024
IND Women’s to Score Century in Australia
Smriti Mandhana in 2016 (ODI)
Smriti Mandhana in 2021 (TEST)
Smriti Mandhana in 2024 (ODI)*ODI Centuries for INDW (While Chasing)
4 – Smriti Mandhana*
3 – All Others#INDWvsAUSW pic.twitter.com/41AhbVCsvS— 𝑺𝒉𝒆𝒃𝒂𝒔 (@Shebas_10dulkar) December 11, 2024
The queen stood tall 🆚 🇦🇺! 👑
Smriti Mandhana’s fighting 9️⃣th ODI ton kept 🇮🇳 in the hunt until she was dismissed – a Bold knock to remember! 🙌#PlayBold #ನಮ್ಮRCB #AUSvIND pic.twitter.com/9VkMGFjgLA
— Royal Challengers Bengaluru (@RCBTweets) December 11, 2024
Yet another Hundred for Smriti Mandhana while chasing and her 9th overall. pic.twitter.com/L2Pox52s8a
— Aditya Saha (@Adityakrsaha) December 11, 2024
Australia whitewash Team India, defeating them by 83 runs in the final ODI! 🇦🇺🏏
Smriti Mandhana’s brilliant century goes in vain as India collapse, losing their last seven wickets for just 35 runs. 💔#AshleighGardner #AUSWvINDW #ODIs pic.twitter.com/oTN3CNLpfy
— Turk Noor mohd (@TurkMohd40008) December 11, 2024
Lone warrior for India tonight
Tough luck Smriti Mandhana pic.twitter.com/jJeigbcIof— RCBIANS OFFICIAL (@RcbianOfficial) December 11, 2024
Lone warrior for India tonight
Tough luck Smriti Mandhana pic.twitter.com/jJeigbcIof— RCBIANS OFFICIAL (@RcbianOfficial) December 11, 2024
100 FOR QUEEN SMRITI MANDHANA AGAINST AUSTRALIA. WHAT A SUPERSTAR 🇮🇳❤️❤️❤️#AUSWvINDW #tapmad #DontStopStreaming #CatchEveryMatch pic.twitter.com/7MmX0e2QHB
— Farid Khan (@_FaridKhan) December 11, 2024
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