Australia win by 19 runs
After a disappointing loss in Sydney and the frustration of not being able to finish the game due to the rain, Australia came into this match with a lot of determination. Their batting score appeared under par and India’s start made it look like it was certain to be that way, but a strong bowling performance through the middle and late overs of the game secured the win for the home team.
Voll was a well-deserved player of the match – her determination set the standard for her teammates and ensured her team had a strong platform to build from. While the batting innings finished in a disappointing manner for Australia, it was a good enough score to give the bowlers something to defend and they gave their all to defending it.
For India, Shafali and Smriti put on a great opening stand, but after Shafali was out, the scoring rate stalled. Richa and Harmanpreet put on another decent partnership, but Sutherland swung the momentum of the match with some very tight overs and was eventually rewarded with two wickets late in the game.
A fascinating match all round, with both teams having periods of ascendancy, it sets up both the T20 mini series and the multi-format series beautifully, with a win apiece on the board now.
The next game will be in Adelaide on Saturday evening and I’ll be here to take you through that one as well. I’ll see you then – thanks for joining me for this exciting game!
Player of the Match: Georgia Voll
With her highest T20I score, Voll takes the player of the match prize. She’s very happy with the team’s performance and is hoping they can take this form into the third T20 in Adelaide on the weekend.
