Australia Clinches Dramatic Women’s Ashes ODI Victory Over England

England's strong bowling performance falters in a tense run chase, as Australia defends a modest total to secure the series lead.

Australia defended a low total of 180 runs, defeating England by 22 runs in the second ODI of the Women’s Ashes in Melbourne.
England's bowlers dismantled Australia’s middle order, with Alice Capsey taking three key wickets and Sophie Ecclestone adding to the pressure.
Despite Amy Jones’ unbeaten 47 and a late partnership effort, England’s batting lineup failed to capitalize, with Alana King taking 4 for 25 for Australia.
Key moments included dropped catches by Australia, a tense final over, and Megan Schutt’s decisive wicket to seal the win.
The victory extends Australia’s lead to 4-0 in the multi-format series, with the final ODI set for Friday in Hobart.