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Australia secures third straight Women's T20 World Cup victory

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 20, 2026, 1:43 PM

Last updated Jun 20, 2026

Australia secures third straight Women's T20 World Cup victory

Summary

Australia delivered a dominant performance against the Netherlands at the Women's T20 World Cup in Southampton on June 20, recording a 98-run victory. Australia set a tournament-high total of 219-6, with key contributions from Beth Mooney, who scored 74 runs but had to retire on precautionary grounds, and Ash Gardner, who added 58 runs. The Netherlands, playing in their inaugural World Cup, managed 121-3, with captain Babette de Leede remaining not out on 56. The victory cements Australia's status as a leading team in the tournament and highlights their batting depth and resilience despite injury concerns.

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By the Numbers

•Australia scored 219-6, equaling the highest total in tournament history.
•Beth Mooney retired with a back issue but later confirmed she is fine.
•Ash Gardner returned to contribute 58 runs following an ankle injury.
•Babette de Leede led the Netherlands with 56 not out in their first World Cup.
•The match took place at the Rose Bowl in Southampton.

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1:43 PMYahoo Sports — Australia flogs the Netherlands for a third straight Women's T20 World Cup win

What they're saying

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Australia reached 200 in the World Cup for the first time and equaled the highest-ever tournament total, 219-6. The Netherlands was kept to 121-3 at the Rose Bowl. Opening batter Beth Mooney gave Australia a scare when she retired on 74 off 42 balls with a stiff back.
— Yahoo Sports

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