India A women secured a resounding 171-run victory over Australia A women in the final ODI, ending their losing streak in the series. India A snapped a five-match losing streak with a resounding victory in the final ODI. India A had endured defeats in three T20Is in Brisbane followed by two losses in the ODI series prior to this win. Rookie leg-spinner Priya Mishra starred with a five-wicket haul, while Tejal Hasabnis and Raghvi Bist contributed half-centuries to set up the dominant win.
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Priya Mishra shines in India A's stunning win over Australia A
India A set a modest target of 243 runs, with half-centuries from Tejal Hasabnis and Raghvi Bist. However, the match belonged to Priya Mishra, who delivered a match-winning performance with a five-wicket haul, dismissing Australia A for a paltry 72 runs. Making an impressive debut on the tour, Priya dismantled Australia A's top order, removing key batters Maddy Darke and Tess Flintoff early on, leaving the home team reeling at 52 for 4 after 15 overs.
Priya Mishra Completes Demolition Job
Priya Mishra continued her destructive spell, dismissing the middle order with the wickets of Nicole Faltum, Kate Peterson, and Nicola Hancock. Australia A were bundled out for 72 runs in 22.1 overs, handing India A a much-needed victory. The tour concludes with a one-off unofficial Test match in Gold Coast, starting from August 22.
India A recover from early slump
India A found themselves in trouble early on, losing three wickets for 43 runs in the ninth over. However, a crucial 104-run partnership between Tejal and Raghvi steadied the ship. The duo, who have been consistent performers throughout the series, took the score to 147 before both fell in quick succession. Valuable contributions from Sajeevan Sajana and captain Minnu Mani helped India A surpass the 200-run mark. Australia A captain Tahlia McGrath employed a variety of bowling options, utilizing eight different bowlers throughout the match. All-rounder Charli Knott made a notable impact with her off-spin, claiming two wickets for 26 runs in her six overs. Maitlan Brown also impressed with aggressive bowling, capturing three wickets in her allotted six overs.
The tour concludes with a four-day match on the Gold Coast.
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