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Mooney Century, Record Stand Power Australia Past Pakistan by 107 Runs

A lower-order rescue from 76-7 propelled the holders to 221 to reclaim top spot in the Women's World Cup table.

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Beth Mooney's 109 in Colombo rescued Australia's innings and propelled them to a crushing win over Pakistan at the Women's World Cup
Women’s World Cup: Australia defeats Pakistan by 107 runs
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Overview

  • Beth Mooney struck 109 off 114 balls for her fifth ODI hundred and first World Cup century to revive Australia in Colombo.
  • Mooney and Alana King added a record 106 for the ninth wicket, with King unbeaten on 51 off 49, the highest score by a No. 10 or lower in women's ODIs.
  • Australia recovered to 221/9 in 50 overs before dismissing Pakistan for 114 in 36.3 overs to seal a 107-run victory.
  • Kim Garth led the attack with 3/14, supported by Megan Schutt (2/25) and Annabel Sutherland (2/15), after Pakistan’s top order crumbled early.
  • The result moves Australia to five points from three matches at the top of the standings, while Pakistan remain winless after three defeats; Australia face India on October 12 and Pakistan play England on October 15.