Australia women claim 14th ICC World Cup title against England
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 6, 2026, 5:56 AM
Last updated Jul 6, 2026
Australia women's cricket team secured their 14th ICC World Cup title by defeating England in the 2026 T20 final at Lord's on July 5. After a strong tournament, Australia went through the competition undefeated, successfully chasing a target of 151 runs and winning by seven wickets. Michael Vaughan praised the team's achievements, calling them 'quite possibly the best sports team in the world.' Australia's continued dominance in women's cricket reinforces their storied legacy in the sport.
- •Australia women won their 14th ICC World Cup title, the most of any team.
- •The final took place at Lord's on July 5, 2026.
- •Australia remained unbeaten throughout the tournament.
- •Michael Vaughan stated they are 'the best sports team in the world.'
- •Beth Mooney played a crucial role with a half-century in the final.
- 5:56 AMYahoo Sports — 'Best sports team in the world': Michael Vaughan believes Australia women are the greatest team after 14th ICC World Cup title
"Michael Vaughan has hailed the Australia women’s cricket team as the greatest sporting team in the world after their record-extending 14th ICC World Cup title.
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