IND-W vs AUS-W 13th Match Highlights of ICC WWC 2025
Australia Women pulled off one of the most remarkable victories in the history of women’s ODI cricket, chasing down a record target of 331 runs to defeat India Women by 3 wickets in the 13th match of the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 at the ACA-VDCA Stadium, Visakhapatnam on Sunday. So let’s look at IND-W vs AUS-W 13th Match Highlights.
Smriti Mandhana, Pratika Rawal Power India to 330
After being asked to bat first, India’s openers gave the perfect start. Smriti Mandhana continued her exceptional form, hammering 80 off 66 balls, while Pratika Rawal played a composed knock of 75 runs. The duo put on a massive 155-run opening partnership, laying the foundation for a big total.
Mandhana’s innings was full of class and intent as she smashed boundaries all over the park, achieving two major milestones — she became the first player in women’s ODI history to score 1,000 runs in a calendar year, and the Indian with the most 50+ scores against Australia.
India looked set for a 360+ total with Richa Ghosh and Jemimah Rodrigues keeping the momentum going. However, after Ghosh’s dismissal, the innings collapsed dramatically. The hosts lost their last six wickets for just 36 runs, finishing on 330 in 48.5 overs.
Annabel Sutherland starred with the ball for Australia, claiming 5 wickets for 40 runs, her maiden five-wicket haul in ODIs, while Sophie Molineux chipped in with 3 for 75.
Healy’s Captain’s Knock Stuns India
Chasing a massive target, Alyssa Healy produced a stunning captain’s innings, smashing 142 off just 107 balls, featuring 21 fours and 3 sixes. It was her first ODI century since 2022 and her first as captain, marking a return to peak form when her team needed it most.
Healy’s partnerships with Phoebe Litchfield and later with Ashleigh Gardner (95-run stand) kept Australia well ahead of the required rate. Despite India’s brief comeback — dismissing Gardner and Molineux in quick succession — Australia remained composed.
When Healy finally fell to a spectacular one-handed catch from Sneh Rana at 276/5, India sensed an opening. But the experienced Ellyse Perry, who earlier retired hurt, returned to anchor the chase with an unbeaten 47 off 52 balls, guiding her team home with an over to spare.
Historic Chase and India’s Missed Opportunity
This chase marked the highest successful run chase in Women’s ODI history, surpassing all previous records. For India, it was a disappointing outing — despite a solid batting performance, the lack of penetration in bowling and missed opportunities in the field proved costly.
Australia’s composure, led by Healy’s brilliance and Perry’s resilience, once again underlined why they remain the favourites to lift the World Cup.
Final Score:
India Women – 330/10 (48.5 overs)
Australia Women – 331/7 (49 overs)
Player of the Match:
Alyssa Healy (142 off 107 balls)
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