Australia and South Africa Win Women's ODI Matches

South Africa defeated England by six wickets in the first Women's ODI, with Laura Wolvaardt's unbeaten 59 anchoring the chase after England set a target of 186. Despite Charlie Dean's top-score of 47 for England, Marizanne Kapp's early breakthroughs were instrumental in England's batting collapse. Meanwhile, in another ODI, Australia's Megan Schutt achieved her maiden five-wicket haul, leading her team to a five-wicket victory over India, who were bowled out for 100 runs. Georgia Voll supported the chase with an unbeaten 46, ensuring a comfortable win for Australia in just 16.2 overs. These matches highlight the dominance of Australia and South Africa in their respective series openers.