Twitter Reaction - Indian fans thank Australia for spoiling New Zealand's NRR

The tenth match of ICC Women’s T20 World Cup witnessed a crucial match in the context of deciding top two teams from Group A, with Australia winning the match by a huge margin of 60 runs.

After winning the toss, skipper Alyssa Healy elected to bat first on a sluggish surface at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium. Healy gave Australia a brisk start with a lively 26 off 20 balls before falling in the powerplay. Despite her early departure, Australia appeared well-positioned to post a big total at 109 for 2 in the 14th over, with Beth Mooney anchoring the innings with a solid 40 off 32, and Ellyse Perry chipping in with a useful 30 off 24.

However, Amelia Kerr’s outstanding spell with her deceptive wrong ‘uns turned the tide. She was the standout performer, taking 4 for 26 and putting a brake on Australia’s scoring. Despite the middle-order collapse, Australia managed to post 148 for 8, the highest total at the venue in the tournament so far.

Chasing a target of 149, New Zealand faced an early setback with Georgia Plimmer’s dismissal, and despite Amelia Kerr’s determined effort, her 29 off 31 was the only innings of note. The rest of the lineup found it difficult to keep up with the rising required run rate. Suzie Bates struggled to find her rhythm, managing only 20 from 27 deliveries before being dismissed. Australia’s bowlers kept things tight, with Megan Schutt, Sophie Molineux, and Annabel Sutherland sharing eight wickets between them, maintaining control throughout the chase.

Megan Schutt was rightfully awarded her second Player of the Match title for her exceptional bowling display of 3 for 3, which set up Australia’s dominant win. On the social media platform “X” (previously known as Twitter), fans praised Schutt’s outstanding performance along with Beth Mooney and Ellyse Perry’s composed batting. Amelia Kerr’s resilient all-round effort also received recognition.

THANK YOU AUSSIES!!!!!!

— PouLaMi (@Crictopher17) October 8, 2024

Australia put on a strong display in their match against New Zealand! Climbing to the top of Group A in the T20 World Cup is a significant achievement, and it reflects their skill and strategy on the field.

— Mukesh Sukariya (@mukesh_sukariya) October 8, 2024

Since their loss to India at the SSS in 2020, the Australian team has maintained an impeccable record, winning all 13 of their subsequent matches in the Women’s T20 World Cup.

New Zealand’s Net Run Rate dropped from 2.9 to -0.05, but they have a game against 🇵🇰 🇱🇰 #AUSvNZ pic.twitter.com/Jxyc0k5DZw

— Pushkar Pushp (@ppushp7) October 8, 2024

Megan Schutt continues to shine in the Women’s T20WorldCup, with a stunning performance of 3/3 against New Zealand! 👏 Her sensational bowling earned her the @aramco Player of the Match award 🏅 and adds to her tally as one of the leading wicket-takers in tournament history.

— Mσɳα (@mona_niyati) October 8, 2024

Megan Schutt, that is incredible!
3.2 overs, 18 dot balls bowled, 3 runs conceded, and 3 wickets taken 👏#T20WorldCup #AusWomen

— Aayush Majumdar (@AayushM) October 8, 2024