In the second ODI at Brisbane, Australia A elected to bat first and posted 265/9 in their 50 overs. Skipper Alyssa Healy led from the front with a brilliant 91 off 87 balls, laced with eight fours and three sixes. Kim Garth added a valuable 41, but the Indian bowlers kept things in check. Minnu Mani starred with the ball, taking 3 wickets, while Saima Thakor claimed 2.
India’s Chase Takes a Dramatic Turn
Chasing 266, India A got off to a strong start with opener Yastika Bhatia scoring a fluent 66 from 71 balls, hitting nine boundaries. However, her dismissal triggered a collapse, and India slipped to 157/6. Shafali Verma (4), Dhara Gujjar (0), Tejal Hasabnis (19), and Raghvi Bist (14) all fell cheaply, allowing the hosts to claw their way back into the match.
Lower Order Sparks a Stunning Comeback
Just when the game looked lost, India’s No. 8 and No. 9 batters turned the tide with a gritty and fearless partnership. Their fightback guided India to a nail-biting 2-wicket victory, sealing the three-match ODI series 2-0 with one game to spare.
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