Dominance defined Australia’s six-wicket rout of India in the first women’s ODI, sealing a chase of 215 at Allan Border Field with overs to spare. Healy’s leadership shone through in this vital rebound.
‘Post-T20 series, the onus was on us to strike back,’ enthused captain Alyssa Healy. ‘Ecstatic with our showing – pure class. Team pride swells from this; repeat in Hobart is the goal.’
Healy underscored ODI strengths: ‘This format suits us perfectly; we love the grind. Quick adjustment to Hobart awaits us.’
Optimism brimmed for team spirit. ‘Perfect record here at 21-0. A breather for weary players, then this boost propels us forward.’
India’s 214 all out featured Mandhana’s 58 and Kaur’s 53 amid collapses. Gardner’s brilliance (3/33) and Schutt’s support (2/42) proved decisive.
Mooney (76), Healy (50), and Sutherland (48*) orchestrated a smooth pursuit. Australia’s pedigree in chases reaffirms their status, challenging India to respond fiercely next.