AUSW vs ENGW recap starts with a bang in the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025. On October 22, 2025, at Holkar Cricket Stadium in Indore, Australia Women pulled off an incredible six-wicket win against England Women. This 23rd match was a thriller, showcasing why Australia remains the powerhouse in women’s cricket.
Chasing 245, Australia stumbled early to 68/4. But then, magic happened. Ashleigh Gardner smashed an unbeaten 104 off 73 balls – the fastest century in Women’s World Cup history. Annabel Sutherland supported with a brilliant 98 not out. Their 180-run unbroken partnership sealed the deal with 57 balls to spare.
England posted 244/9, thanks to Tammy Beaumont’s gritty 78. But Australia’s spinners, led by Alana King’s miserly 1-20, choked them in the middle overs. This victory propelled Australia to the top of the points table with 11 points.
Why was this match so epic? It highlighted Australia’s depth, even without injured captain Alyssa Healy. For England, it was their first loss, exposing middle-order woes. Cricket fans, stick around as we break down every highlight, stat, and tactic in this detailed AUSW vs ENGW recap.
Epic Clash at Holkar Stadium: Australia Reclaims Top Spot
The Holkar Cricket Stadium in Indore buzzed with excitement. This venue, known for its flat pitches and fast outfields, has hosted memorable games. In women’s ODIs, teams chasing often win here – a stat that played out perfectly.
Australia won the toss and opted to bowl. Stand-in captain Tahlia McGrath cited early moisture and chase-friendly conditions. England, unbeaten till then, aimed for a big total. But Australia’s plan worked.
Both teams were in form. Australia had won five of six matches (one no-result). England had four wins and one no-result. This rivalry added spice – remember their 2022 World Cup final where Australia won?
Missing Healy, Australia brought in Georgia Voll as opener and Beth Mooney as keeper. Kim Garth replaced Darcie Brown. England stuck with their XI, banking on spinners like Sophie Ecclestone.
Can England bounce back? This loss drops them to third. Australia faces South Africa next – a potential semifinal preview.
Scroll down for detailed innings breakdowns and player stats. What do you think – was this Australia’s best comeback? Share in the comments!
Match Overview: Toss, Venue, and Key Decisions in AUSW vs ENGW
Date: Wednesday, October 22, 2025. Time: 3:00 PM local (9:30 AM GMT). Toss: Australia Women won and chose to bowl.
Venue: Holkar Cricket Stadium, Indore, India. Ends: GAIL-Madhav Rao Scindia End, Pavilion End. Hosts: Madhya Pradesh.
Umpires: Jacqueline Williams, Kim Cotton. Third Umpire: Nimali Perera. Referee: Trudy Anderson.
Broadcast: Streaming on JioHotstar, TV on Star Sports Network.
What if England had batted more aggressively post-powerplay? They might have reached 280, as Nat Sciver-Brunt later said. But Australia’s spin attack derailed them.
For more on the points table, check our internal post on ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 Standings. Externally, visit the official ICC site for live updates: icc-cricket.com.
Brief scores in table below:
| Team | Score | Overs | Key Performers |
|---|---|---|---|
| England Women | 244/9 | 50 | Tammy Beaumont 78, Alice Capsey 38 |
| Australia Women | 248/4 | 40.3 | Ashleigh Gardner 104*, Annabel Sutherland 98* |
This sets the stage for England’s innings. Let’s dive in.
England’s Innings: Beaumont’s Grit vs Australia’s Spin Web
England started strong. Openers Amy Jones and Tammy Beaumont raced to 50 in 7.2 overs – their best powerplay in the tournament.
Jones hit three fours off Megan Schutt. Beaumont smashed a six off Kim Garth. But Sutherland struck in the ninth over, bowling Jones for 18.
Beaumont and Heather Knight added 35. Knight fell lbw to Sophie Molineux for 20 after a DRS review.
Nat Sciver-Brunt, England’s skipper, managed just 7 before miscuing Alana King to mid-off.
Powerplay Dominance
Powerplay: 0.1-10 overs, 55 runs, 1 wicket.
England exploited loose bowling from Schutt and Garth. Beaumont’s fifty came in 59 balls with 9 fours and a six.
Middle-Overs Struggle
From overs 20-30, England scored only 26 runs. King’s spell was key – 10 overs for 20 runs and 1 wicket.
Sophia Dunkley (22 off 48) and Beaumont added 42, but slowly. Sutherland dismissed Beaumont for 78 (caught by Voll at long-on) and Emma Lamb for 7 (bowled).
Gardner stumped Dunkley. England at 166/6 in 39 overs.
Late Flourish
Alice Capsey (38 off 32, 5 fours) and Charlie Dean (26 off 27, 3 fours) added 61 for the seventh wicket.
Molineux trapped Capsey lbw. Gardner caught Dean at extra-cover. Sophie Ecclestone’s 10 not out pushed them to 244/9.
Why the timidity? England’s middle order lacked intent against spin. As Sciver-Brunt reflected, they needed clearer shot selections like back-foot play.
Full scorecard:
| Batter | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amy Jones (wk) | 18 | 26 | 3 | 0 | 69.23 |
| Tammy Beaumont | 78 | 105 | 10 | 1 | 74.29 |
| Heather Knight | 20 | 27 | 3 | 0 | 74.07 |
| Nat Sciver-Brunt (c) | 7 | 14 | 1 | 0 | 50.00 |
| Sophia Dunkley | 22 | 48 | 0 | 0 | 45.83 |
| Emma Lamb | 7 | 10 | 1 | 0 | 70.00 |
| Alice Capsey | 38 | 32 | 5 | 0 | 118.75 |
| Charlie Dean | 26 | 27 | 3 | 0 | 96.30 |
| Sophie Ecclestone | 10* | 7 | 2 | 0 | 142.86 |
| Linsey Smith | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 100.00 |
| Lauren Bell | 2* | 2 | 0 | 0 | 100.00 |
Extras: 13 (b5, lb4, w3, nb1). Total: 244/9 (RR 4.88).
Fall of Wickets:
| Wicket | Score | Over |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 55 | 8.6 |
| 2 | 90 | 17.5 |
| 3 | 105 | 22.2 |
| 4 | 147 | 34.4 |
| 5 | 160 | 36.6 |
| 6 | 166 | 39.1 |
| 7 | 227 | 47.5 |
| 8 | 227 | 48.1 |
| 9 | 236 | 49.1 |
Partnerships:
| Partnership | Runs | Balls |
|---|---|---|
| Jones-Beaumont | 55 | 54 |
| Beaumont-Knight | 35 | 53 |
| Beaumont-Sciver-Brunt | 15 | 27 |
| Beaumont-Dunkley | 42 | 74 |
| Dunkley-Lamb | 13 | 14 |
| Dunkley-Capsey | 6 | 13 |
| Capsey-Dean | 61 | 52 |
| Dean-Ecclestone | 0 | 2 |
| Ecclestone-Smith | 9 | 6 |
| Ecclestone-Bell | 8 | 5 |
Poll: Was Beaumont’s knock enough? Vote in comments – yes or no?
This innings showed promise but faltered. Now, Australia’s bowling.
Australia’s Bowling Masterclass: Spinners Stifle England in AUSW vs ENGW
Australia’s attack was clinical. Early seamers struggled, but spinners turned the tide.
Annabel Sutherland: 3-60 in 10 overs. Key wickets: Jones, Beaumont, Lamb.
Alana King: 1-20 in 10 overs. Her economy (2.00) was game-changing. Dismissed Sciver-Brunt.
Ashleigh Gardner: 2-39 in 9 overs. Got Dunkley and Dean.
Sophie Molineux: 2-52 in 10 overs. Knight and Capsey.
Megan Schutt (0-21 in 4) and Kim Garth (0-43 in 7) were expensive early.
Tactics: McGrath used spin from over 11. King bowled 10 straight? Almost – she was relentless.
DRS wins: Knight’s lbw upheld.
How does King’s spell compare? It’s one of the best vs England in ODIs.
Bowling Figures Table:
| Bowler | Overs | Maidens | Runs | Wickets | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Megan Schutt | 4 | 0 | 21 | 0 | 5.20 |
| Kim Garth | 7 | 2 | 43 | 0 | 6.10 |
| Annabel Sutherland | 10 | 1 | 60 | 3 | 6.00 |
| Sophie Molineux | 10 | 0 | 52 | 2 | 5.20 |
| Alana King | 10 | 1 | 20 | 1 | 2.00 |
| Ashleigh Gardner | 9 | 0 | 39 | 2 | 4.30 |
Comment: Who was Australia’s best bowler? King for economy or Sutherland for wickets?
Australia’s Chase: From 68/4 Collapse to Gardner-Sutherland Heroics
Australia’s innings began shakily. Lauren Bell bowled Phoebe Litchfield for 1 with a beauty.
Linsey Smith struck twice: Georgia Voll (6) bowled, Ellyse Perry (13) caught and bowled.
At 24/3, panic set in. Beth Mooney (20) and Sutherland added 44, but Ecclestone got Mooney.
68/4 in 15.5 overs. England favorites.
Early Wickets Shock
Powerplay: 46/3 in 10 overs.
Bell and Smith’s new-ball spell was superb.
The Unbeaten Partnership
Sutherland and Gardner changed everything. After a 28-ball drought, Sutherland hit a six off Dean.
Sutherland’s 50 in 66 balls. Gardner’s 50 in 47.
They surged: Gardner hit three fours off Capsey, three off Ecclestone.
180* off 148 balls – second-highest for 5th wicket or lower in ODIs.
Record-Breaking Finish
Gardner reached 100 in 69 balls – fastest in World Cup history.
Sutherland on 98* as Gardner hit the winning four.
Full Scorecard:
| Batter | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoebe Litchfield | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 50.00 |
| Georgia Voll | 6 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 85.71 |
| Ellyse Perry | 13 | 19 | 3 | 0 | 68.42 |
| Beth Mooney (wk) | 20 | 30 | 1 | 0 | 66.67 |
| Annabel Sutherland | 98* | 112 | 9 | 1 | 87.50 |
| Ashleigh Gardner | 104* | 73 | 16 | 0 | 142.47 |
Did not bat: Tahlia McGrath (c), Sophie Molineux, Alana King, Kim Garth, Megan Schutt.
Extras: 6 (b1, w5). Total: 248/4 (RR 6.12).
Fall of Wickets:
| Wicket | Score | Over |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | 0.3 |
| 2 | 21 | 3.1 |
| 3 | 24 | 5.2 |
| 4 | 68 | 15.5 |
Partnerships:
| Partnership | Runs | Balls |
|---|---|---|
| Litchfield-Voll | 2 | 3 |
| Voll-Perry | 19 | 16 |
| Perry-Mooney | 3 | 13 |
| Mooney-Sutherland | 44 | 63 |
| Sutherland-Gardner | 180 | 148 |
Fastest century in Women’s World Cup – epic!
Star Performers: Gardner, Sutherland, and More in ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 Highlights
Annabel Sutherland: Player of the Match. 98* and 3-60. At 23, she’s Australia’s future star. Hard trainer, meticulous planner, as McGrath said.
Ashleigh Gardner: 104* (16 fours), 2-39. Third ODI ton, second in this World Cup. Aggressive off-spin all-rounder.
Tammy Beaumont: 78 after a lean patch. Focused nets work paid off.
Alana King: 1-20. Matches up well vs England.
Lauren Bell: 1-48, but that early wicket was gold.
Linsey Smith: 2-43.
Mini-bio: Gardner, 27, from NSW. Known for power-hitting. Sutherland, tall seamer-batter.
Is Sutherland the next superstar? Yes, her all-round skills shine.
Match Awards Table:
| Award | Player | Stats |
|---|---|---|
| Player of the Match | Annabel Sutherland | 98*, 3-60 |
For top all-rounders, read our internal Women’s Cricket All-Rounders Guide.
Tactical Breakdown: What Went Right for Australia, Wrong for England
Australia’s spin: 5 wickets for 111 in 29 overs. Exploited England’s spin weakness.
Powerplay contrast: England 55/1, Australia 46/3 – but Australia accelerated later.
Fielding: Voll’s catch, but Knight dropped Sutherland on 91.
Captains’ quotes: McGrath – “Spinners fantastic, belief from any position.” Sciver-Brunt – “Not enough runs, tried too many things.”
3 Key Turning Points:
- King’s middle-overs choke.
- Gardner-Sutherland partnership surge.
- Dropped catch of Sutherland.
If England scored 280? They might have won, but spin would still hurt. Discuss in comments!
ESPNcricinfo Tactics Analysis.
Records Shattered: Stats from AUSW vs ENGW 23rd Match
Gardner’s 69-ball ton: Fastest in Women’s World Cup, beating Dottin’s 71.
180* partnership: 2nd highest for 5th+ wicket (behind 188* in 2000).
Highest chase vs England in World Cups: 245.
King’s 2.00 economy: Best 10-over spell vs England.
Historical rivalry: Australia leads 42-20 in ODIs.
Stats Table:
| Record | Details |
|---|---|
| Fastest WC Century | Gardner 69 balls |
| Partnership | 180* (2nd highest 5th+) |
| Chase vs ENG | Highest in WC |
| ENG Powerplay | Best in tournament (55/1) |
Post-Match Buzz: Captains’ Quotes and World Cup Implications
McGrath: “Happy with spinners. Sutherland deserved 100.”
Sciver-Brunt: “Alana King restricted us. We believe we can beat them.”
Sutherland: “Fun batting with Ash. Trusted my game.”
From X: @JeetbuzzNews predicted ENG challenge, but AUS dominated. @1ACEOFFICIAL called it a class clash.
Implications: Australia top with 11 pts, NRR +1.704. England 9 pts.
Next: AUS vs SA, ENG vs NZ.
Prediction: Finals rematch? Share your take.
Points Table (as of Oct 23, 2025):
| Team | M | W | L | NR | Pts | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUS-W | 6 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 11 | 1.704 |
| SA-W | 6 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 10 | 0.276 |
| ENG-W | 6 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 9 | 1.024 |
| IND-W | 5 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 4 | 0.526 |
| NZ-W | 5 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 4 | -0.245 |
| SL-W | 6 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 4 | -1.035 |
| BAN-W | 6 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 2 | -0.578 |
| PAK-W | 6 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 2 | -2.651 |
Fan Reactions and Social Media Highlights
X buzzed post-match. Fans praised Gardner’s “blazing” knock. One post: “Gardner on fire! #AUSWvsENGW”
Predictions like JeetBuzz’s questioned if ENG could challenge – they couldn’t.
YouTube highlights from Willow TV went viral. BBC’s live blog captured the drama.
What fans said: “Sutherland robbed of 100!” “England’s spin struggle continues.”
For more, follow our Social Media Cricket Buzz.
Historical Context: Australia-England Rivalry in Women’s World Cups
This isn’t new. Australia has won 7 World Cups, England 4. In 2022 final, AUS won by 71 runs.
Key past matches: 2017 semi, ENG won. But AUS dominates lately.
In 2025, this match reinforces AUS supremacy.
Compare stats: AUS average chase 250+ in WCs.
Player Profiles: Deep Dive into Stars
Ashleigh Gardner: Born 1997, indigenous Australian. Debut 2017. 70+ ODIs, average 30+ batting, 100+ wickets.
Annabel Sutherland: 2001-born. Tall, swings ball. 50 ODIs, emerging talent.
Tammy Beaumont: ENG opener, 100+ ODIs. Known for anchors.
Alana King: Leg-spinner, deadly vs left-handers.
These profiles show depth. For full bios, see Cricket Player Profiles.
Venue Spotlight: Holkar Stadium’s Role
Indore’s Holkar: Capacity 30,000. Flat pitch, short boundaries.
In this match, fast outfield aided boundaries – Gardner’s 16 fours!
Past games: High scores common.
Why chase wins? Dew under lights.
Broadcasting and Viewing Highlights
Watched on Star Sports? Highlights on YouTube.
Key clips: Gardner’s ton, Sutherland’s six.
Watch AUSW vs ENGW Highlights.
Expert Analysis: Why Australia Wins Big Games
Experts say: Depth. Any player steps up.
In this, from 68/4 to win – classic AUS.
England: Middle order fix needed. Dunkley, Lamb underperformed.
For expert views, check Cricbuzz.
Match Flow: Ball-by-Ball Insights
Powerplay ENG: 55/1.
Drinks: 83/1.
Beaumont 50: Over 17.
ENG 100: 21.1 overs.
Review: Knight out.
ENG 150: 35.4.
ENG 200: 44.2.
Capsey lbw review: Out.
Innings break: 244/9.
AUS powerplay: 46/3.
AUS 50: 10.6.
Drinks: 68/4.
AUS 100: 22.5.
Sutherland 50: 66 balls.
Gardner 50: 47 balls.
AUS 150: 29.1.
AUS 200: 35.3.
Gardner 100: 69 balls.
Win: 40.3 overs.
This flow builds tension.
Broader Tournament Context
2025 World Cup: 8 teams, round-robin.
AUS favorites. SA surprising.
IND struggling after losses.
This match: Though both qualified, momentum key for knockouts.
What If Scenarios for Engagement
What if Healy played? Stronger top order?
What if no drop? Sutherland out on 91, game closer.
Share your “what if”!
ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025.
Conclusion: Australia’s Unstoppable March in ICC Women’s World Cup 2025
AUSW vs ENGW recap ends with Australia’s epic triumph. Gardner’s blazing century and Sutherland’s heroics define resilience.
England fights back? Possible in finals.
Cricket fans, this is why we love the game.
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AUSW vs ENGW recap starts with a bang in the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025
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