Australia Dominate New Zealand in T20 Opener as Beth Mooney Shines with Unbeaten 75

Australia crushed New Zealand by eight wickets in the first T20, powered by Beth Mooney's unbeaten 75 and a record-breaking opening partnership.

Australia’s Commanding Victory Over New Zealand

In a dominant display, Australia secured an emphatic eight-wicket win over New Zealand in the first T20 match at Eden Park, Auckland. The victory was spearheaded by a sensational unbeaten 75 off 42 balls from Beth Mooney, who marked her 200th international appearance in style.

Record-Breaking Opening Stand

Mooney and Georgia Voll (56 off 29 balls) set the tone early with a blistering 123-run partnership, the highest for Australia in Women’s T20Is. The pair smashed 77 runs inside the powerplay, setting a new national record. Their aggressive batting demoralized New Zealand's bowlers, with Mooney striking nine fours and two sixes.

New Zealand’s Struggles with the Bat

Earlier, New Zealand posted 137-2 after opting to bat first. Amelia Kerr (51 off 46) and Suzie Bates (39 off 36) anchored the innings with a 90-run stand, but the total proved insufficient against Australia’s formidable batting lineup.

Injury Concerns for Australia

Australia’s only concern came when Ashleigh Gardner exited the field after sustaining a finger injury while attempting a caught-and-bowled chance. Scans will determine her availability for the next match.

Match Summary

  • Result: Australia win by 8 wickets (39 balls remaining).
  • Player of the Match: Beth Mooney (75* off 42).
  • Key Stat: Australia surpassed 77 runs in the powerplay, a new T20I record.

Next Fixture

Australia will aim to seal the series in the second T20 at Mount Maunganui on Sunday.

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