AUS-W vs NZ-W Match 10 Results

5:23 PM IST Right then, that is it from this one-sided affair where Australia Women thrashes New Zealand Women. We have a double header lined up in the ICC Women's T20 World Cup on 9th October, Wednesday. First up, it will be South Africa Women taking on Scotland Women at 10 am GMT. Later it is the repeat of this year's Women's Asia Cup final as India Women clashes against Sri Lanka Women. That game will begin at 2 pm GMT, but as you know, you can always join us early for all the build-up for both matches. Until then, cheers and goodbye!

5:22 PM IST Alyssa Healy, the victorious skipper of Australia Women, reflects on their performance. She admits some disappointment with their batting towards the end of the innings, feeling they could have been smarter, but praises their exceptional bowling effort. Healy notes that the wicket played as expected, with a bit more bounce, and highlights how both teams bowled brilliantly, particularly in the backend of the innings, showcasing the right approach to handling the surface.

5:21 PM IST Sophie Devine, the captain of New Zealand Women says that they needed a good start but they let the asking rate get really big. Adds that it is a disappointing defeat but they will not dwell upon it too much. Mentions that they got themselves into a big hole which is not ideal against the best team in the world. Says that with the ball they strangled too far away from the stumps and were better in that aspect against India. Ends by saying still two games to go but they don't want to look too far ahead and now the game against Sri Lanka Women is their most important fixture.

5:18 PM IST Megan Schutt is the PLAYER OF THE MATCH for her exceptional bowling effort. She expresses her relief after the win, noting, 'Yeah, I feel like I have lost a few kilos. It was a crucial match for us and I’m happy to get the win.' Reflecting on the game, she mentions how the first innings fluctuated, saying they initially aimed for 160 runs but fell short. However, the team performed well with the ball, especially during the powerplay. Schutt credits her simplicity and use of conditions for her success, adding that the team's focus on fitness has paid off. She emphasizes the importance of enjoying small victories and taking things one game at a time, especially for players experiencing their first World Cup.

5:10 PM IST Presenation Time...

5:10 PM IST Earlier in the game, the Aussies posted the highest first innings total at this ground in this T20 World Cup. It was mainly the top order who scored the runs with Beth Mooney being the anchor scoring 40 off 32. Ellyse Perry and Alyssa Healy after getting reprives played good cameos of 30 and 24 respectively while Phoebe Litchfield contributed too. Melie Kerr was the standout bowler for the Kiwis with 4 wickets to her name while Rosemary Mair and Brooke Halliday chipped in with a couple each. While chasing, well it was never really a chase as New Zealand Women got bundled out for just 88 runs.