In a rain affected encounter at The Cooper Associates County Ground, Taunton, England emerged victorious in the third and ODI against Australia. The match, played under the Duckworth-Lewis method due to rain interruptions, witnessed an impressive performance from Natalie Sciver, who was awarded the Player of the M🌜atch for her outstanding contribution.
Opting to bat first after winning the toss, England posted a challenging total of 285 runs for the loss of 9 wickets in their allotted 50 overs. Heather Knight, the England captain, led from the front with a solid knock of 67 runs off 72 deliveries, including 6 fours and 1 six. However, it was Sciver’s brilliant century that anchored the innings. Sciver showcased her batting prowess, scoring a magnificent 129 runs off 149 deliveries, smashing 15 fours and 1 six in the process. Danielle Wyatt also provided valuable support with a✨ quickfire 43 runs off just 🐻25 balls.
Australia, in pursuit of 286 runs, faltered under pressure and were eventually bundled out for 199 runs in 35.3 overs. Ellyse Perry top-scored for the Aussies with a gritty knock of 53 runs off 58 deliveries, featuring 6 fours and 1 six. Ashleigh Gardner contributed a quickfire 41 runs off 24 balls, which included 3 fours and 2 sixes. However, the English bowlers remained disciplined and picked up crucial wickets at regular intervals. Kate Cross and Lauren Bell were the pick of the bowle🦩𒈔rs for England, both securing 3 wickets each.
With this 69-run victory (D/L method), England not only won the 3rd ODI but also leveled the Women’s Ashes 2023 series at 8-8.
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The series has seen both teams displaying their exceptional skills and cꦕompetitiveness, providing fans with enthralling cricketing action.
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