In yet another statement performance at the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 2025, Australia Women showcased their trademark blend of resilience and precision to register a comprehensive 107-run victory over Pakistan Women. What began as a shaky start with the bat soon transformed into a tale of recovery and dominance, led by the ever-reliable Beth Mooney (109 off 114) and the dynamic Alana King (51* off 49). Together, they guided Australia to a respectable 221/9 in 50 overs, rescuing their side from a precarious 115/8 and setting up a total that proved far beyond Pakistan’s reach.
Pakistan’s chase never really gathered momentum. Australia’s bowlers — led by Kim Garth’s (3/14) new-ball brilliance — tore through the top order, before the spinners tightened the noose to bowl them out for 114 in 36.3 overs. Despite the best efforts of Nashra Sandhu (3/37) and Rameen Shamim (2/29) with the ball, Pakistan’s batting once again faltered under pressure, handing Australia another commanding win in their World Cup campaign.
Beth Mooney – 109 (114)
Australia’s innings was defined by Beth Mooney’s elegant and composed century — a match-turning 109 off 114 balls. Coming in at 30/2 on a tricky surface, Mooney absorbed the early pressure with grace and anchored the innings through constant collapses around her. Her innings was a masterclass in pacing — rotating strike effortlessly, punishing loose balls, and keeping Australia afloat when wickets fell in clusters. With 11 boundaries and unmatched composure, Mooney not only rebuilt the innings but ensured Australia had a total to defend. Her remarkable knock earned her the Player of the Match award, reaffirming her status as one of the game’s most dependable anchors.
Alana King – 51* (49)
When Australia looked set to fold for under 150, Alana King stepped up with a crucial late rescue act. Her unbeaten 51 off 49 balls injected momentum into the innings and proved pivotal in pushing the total beyond 220. Mixing calculated aggression with intelligent strike rotation, King played with freedom, striking five boundaries and showcasing her ability to handle pressure situations. Later with the ball, she also took 1/19, taking the wicket of Nashra Sandhu.
Nashra Sandhu – 3/37 (10)
Pakistan’s bowling effort was once again spearheaded by Nashra Sandhu, whose consistent accuracy earned her figures of 3 for 37 in 10 overs. The left-arm spinner dismissed key middle-order batters — Ellyse Perry, Annabel Sutherland, and Tahlia McGrath — to derail Australia’s rebuild and inject life into Pakistan’s defense. Her control over line and flight, coupled with her knack for breaking partnerships, made her the standout performer for Pakistan in an otherwise tough outing.
Rameen Shamim – 2/29 (10)
Supporting Nashra superbly from the other end, Rameen Shamim bowled with immense control to finish with 2 for 29 in 10 overs. Her ability to vary pace and maintain a tight line restricted Australia’s scoring rate in the middle overs. Rameen’s dismissal of Georgia Wareham and Ashleigh Gardner came at crucial junctures, and her economy rate of just 2.90 underscored her discipline. Though she couldn’t make an impact with the bat, managing just 15 off 64 her spell ensured Pakistan remained competitive for most of the first innings.
Kim Garth – 3/14 (6)
Australia’s defense was built around Kim Garth’s incisive new-ball spell, which ripped through Pakistan’s top order and ended their chase before it began. Returning with figures of 3 for 14 in 6 overs, Garth’s accuracy and seam movement dismantled the opposition’s rhythm. She removed Sadaf Shamas, Sidra Nawaz, and Eyman Fatima within her first few overs, leaving Pakistan reeling at 31/5. Her early breakthroughs set the tone for Australia’s dominance and reaffirmed her growing stature as one of the most effective swing bowlers in the tournament.
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