Litchfield's 77-ball masterclass gives Australia easy ODI win
Phoebe Litchfield scored 77 off 57 deliveries to lead Australia to a three-wicket ODI win over Bangladesh at Allan Border Field.
Phoebe Litchfield opened with 77 off 57 balls, combining ramps, glides, drives and unorthodox shots to chase down Bangladesh's 166 all out in just 25.4 overs. Annabel Sutherland was player of the match, taking 4-30 with the ball and scoring 26 not out to finish the chase.
Megan Schutt reached 150 ODI wickets in her opening spell, joining an elite group of Australian bowlers; only Cathryn Fitzpatrick (180) and Ellyse Perry (166) have more ODI wickets for Australia. Australia remain undefeated in 22 ODIs at Allan Border Field.
- 77 off 57 balls
- Litchfield's score
- 166 in 25.4 overs for 3 wickets
- Target chased
- 150th ODI wicket
- Schutt's milestone
Why it mattersAustralia's dominant victory shows the form of their recent T20 World Cup-winning side as they return to ODI cricket at home.
AustraliaAustralian cricket fans can see their T20 World Cup champions performing strongly in ODIs, with Litchfield continuing to showcase her unique batting style.
Corroborated byabc.net.au
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