Australia Defeats New Zealand in T20 World Cup

Australia secured a dominant 60-run victory over New Zealand in the Women's T20 World Cup, with Beth Mooney scoring 40 runs and Ellyse Perry adding 30 to set a total of 148-8. New Zealand struggled in their reply, managing only 88 runs, with Megan Schutt leading Australia's bowling attack with remarkable figures of 3-3. Annabel Sutherland and Sophie Molineux also contributed significantly with 3-21 and 2-15 respectively. The win places Australia at the top of Group A, having won both of their matches in the tournament. New Zealand, despite a promising start, collapsed after Suzie Bates was dismissed, losing nine wickets for just 34 runs. Amelia Kerr stood out for New Zealand with both bat and ball, taking 4-26 while scoring 29 runs.