Australia Defeats New Zealand in ODI Match

Annabel Sutherland's outstanding performance, scoring 105 not out from 81 balls, led Australia to a rain-affected 65-run victory over New Zealand in the second ODI, securing their 14th consecutive win against the White Ferns. Australia's innings concluded at 291 for 7, with Sutherland's century coming on the heels of her previous 110 against India. Despite a strong bowling performance from New Zealand's Molly Penfold, who took 4 for 42, the White Ferns struggled in their chase, finishing at 122 for 5 before the rain interrupted play. New Zealand's batting faltered, with no partnerships exceeding 40 runs, as they fell well short of the DLS par. Australia's victory also allowed them to retain the Rose Bowl, with one match remaining in the series. The third ODI is set to take place under potentially clearer conditions.