New Delhi, Oct. 8 -- Australia Women recorded a commanding 107-run victory over Pakistan Women in a high-stakes ICC contest here today, led by Beth Mooney's sublime century and Alana King's late-innings fireworks.
Batting first, Australia posted 221 for 9 in 50 overs. The innings began with early breakthroughs for Pakistan as Sadia Iqbal trapped opener Alyssa Healy (20) caught by Diana Baig, and Fatima Sana removed Phoebe Litchfield (10) caught and bowled.
Despite these setbacks, Beth Mooney anchored the innings, combining patience with aggressive strokeplay under mounting pressure. She reached her half-century with elegant drives and deft cuts through the off-side, steadily building a platform for Australia.
Alana King played a counter-...