Australia rounded off a remarkable year with a 2-0 series sweep over New Zealand. The win capped off a dominant year for the reigning ICC Women\u2019s World Cup champions, underlining their prowess in 50-over cricket.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Reflecting on the team\u2019s achievements, Gardner emphasised the significance of their success in 2024. \"It caps off a pretty good year for us,\" she said during the post-match press conference. \"Coming off the World Cup, we had a point to prove, and 50-over cricket is probably our best format. We were clinical in all games. To finish off the year like that, going home with another trophy that\u2019s got Australia written all over it, is pretty pleasing.\"<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\"We saw people shine in different spots. Where the team is at the moment, we\u2019re in a really positive space. We\u2019ve done a lot of talking, and now it\u2019s about action.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Gardner praised the contributions from across the squad, particularly Annabelle Sutherland, whose consistent performances stood out throughout the series. Sutherland\u2019s efforts with both bat and ball were pivotal to Australia\u2019s success in the series. Scoring 147 runs and taking three wickets, she showcased her ability to deliver under pressure.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\"To watch Belsy (Annabelle Sutherland) do what she does with both bat and ball in hand, at number 5, breaking records like she always does. To see people like that standing up under pressure.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cFor such a young player, she\u2019s gotten her head switched on. The conversations we have around the field are really simple. The language is really clear and concise in what we both do really well. Sometimes where you're at the other end and Belsy\u2019s firing it, good to just give her the strike.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Australia\u2019s dominance in ODIs is reflected in their outstanding record in the ICC Women\u2019s Championship. Winning 18 out of 24 matches, with only three losses, they have set the benchmark for consistency in women\u2019s cricket.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Gardner highlighted the team\u2019s commitment to excellence and said, \"It's such a long period of time to accumulate all those points. The ODI series we\u2019ve played in have been pretty clinical. We always speak about wanting to win 3-0 in every series. I think we\u2019ve lost only three games in 24-25 games; it\u2019s a pretty good feat.\"<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Looking ahead, Gardner expressed her excitement for the upcoming Women\u2019s Ashes, particularly the historic day-night Test at the MCG.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\"To be playing at a venue like the SCG, which is my favourite ground in the world. There\u2019s so much history there, and we haven\u2019t played many international games since I've been involved in the team.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Looking ahead, Gardner expressed her excitement for the upcoming Women\u2019s Ashes, particularly the historic day-night Test at the MCG.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
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