Beardman takes 6-24 as Australia crushes England in ODI debut
Mahli Beardman took 6-24 on ODI debut as Australia beat England by seven wickets in Perth.
Mahli Beardman announced himself on cricket's big stage by taking 6-24 as Australia routed England for 131 at Optus Stadium in Perth. Beardman's pace and swing proved near unplayable; England collapsed from 2-38 to 7-60 in the space of his burst.
The West Australian reached a five-wicket haul off just 4.4 overs, a rarity in ODI history. Australia won with 159 balls to spare, with Mitch Marsh's 50 off 30 balls keeping the chase brisk.
The performance put Australia 1-0 up in the three-match series.
- 6-24
- Beardman's debut figures
- 131
- England total
- 21
- Beardman's age
- 4.4 overs
- Five-wicket haul pace
Why it mattersA dominant debut by a young fast bowler suggests Australia has another genuine match-winner to build around for the next decade of cricket.
AustraliaBeardman's performance gives Australian cricket a potential star to develop and adds depth to the national bowling attack.
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