Australia vs West Indies, Women’s World T20, Semi-Final As it happened: Australia dismantle West Indies by 71 runs

Australia vs West Indies, Women’s World T20, Semi-Final: Australia beat West Indies by 71 runs, enter finals

As it happened: Absolute domination there from the Australian bowlers. 143 was always going to be a tricky target, but the bowlers never allowed the hosts even a prayer. Consistent bowling, applying pressure and then picking up wickets. The crowd was silenced really early in the chase and they never really found their voice again. The defending champions have been knocked out, Australia march into the finals with a win by 71 runs. Earlier, Australia were asked to bat first and on a pitch which was slow and assisted the spinners. Handy contributions from Meg Lanning, Alyssa Healy, and Rachael Haynes pushed the score to 142.

West Indies vs Australia, 1st Semi finals: Australia beat West Indies by 71 runs (IDI via Getty Images)