World Cup: Australia stormed into the semi-finals of the Women’s World Cup with a dominant 10-wicket win over Bangladesh on Thursday.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The result lifted Australia to the top of the table with nine points from five matches, while Bangladesh remained sixth with two points.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Chasing 199 after Bangladesh opted to bat, openers Alyssa Healy and Phoebe Litchfield made light work of the target, sealing victory in under 25 overs. The unbeaten 202-run stand is also the second-highest for any wicket against Bangladesh Women in ODIs behind the 243-run partnership between South Africa’s Tasmin Brits and Wolvaardt for the opening wicket at Benoni in 2023.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Healy was in sublime form, smashing an unbeaten 113 off just 77 balls - her second century of the tournament - laced with 20 fours. Litchfield offered solid support with a fluent 84 not out, featuring 12 boundaries and a six, as the pair shared an unbroken 199-run stand to complete the chase with ease.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Leg-spinner Alana King was named Player of the Match for economical figures of 2-18 in 10 overs, which included four maidens.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Earlier, Sobhana Mostary anchored Bangladesh’s innings with a gritty 66* off 80 balls, guiding her side to 198\/9. Her knock, which included nine fours, was also the first 50-plus score by a Bangladesh batter against Australia in ODIs. Rubya Haider contributed a useful 44, but regular wickets prevented Bangladesh from building momentum.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Leg-spinner Alana King was named Player of the Match for economical figures of 2-18 in 10 overs, which included four maidens.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Bangladesh will next face Sri Lanka on October 20, while Australia aim to maintain their unbeaten streak against England on October 22.<\/p>\r\n\r\n