Alyssa Healy’s Record-Breaking Century Sinks India, Ends Kranti Gaud’s Dominance
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Alyssa Healy’s 142 off 107 balls guided Australia to the highest successful run chase in women’s ODI history, securing victory against India in the ICC Women’s World Cup.
Australian skipper Alyssa Healy produced one of the finest innings in Women’s ODI history, scoring a 107-ball 142 to lead her team to a record-breaking run chase against India in the ICC Women’s World Cup group stage match.
Her outstanding knock powered Australia to chase down India’s target of 331 – the highest successful run chase in women’s ODI history – as they secured a five-wicket victory with one over remaining.
From Struggle to Form: Healy Finds Her Rhythm
After the match, Healy admitted that she had been struggling with her batting rhythm in recent weeks.
“If you’ve been watching me in the nets, it’s been frustrating. I felt like I had no rhythm whatsoever. I didn’t know where it went before the World Cup,” she said during the post-match press conference.
She added that once she stepped onto the field, her instincts took over.
“Once you’re in the contest, that competitive instinct kicks in. I knew Kranti had got me out quite a few times in the past, so I wanted to lock into that battle and enjoy it. It was my day today.”
Breaking the Hold: Healy vs Kranti Gaud
Healy had struggled against India’s young pacer Kranti Gaud before this match, having been dismissed by her three times in three games. However, she dominated their duel this time, scoring 34 runs off 22 balls against Gaud, including five fours and a six.
She was eventually dismissed by spinner Shree Charani, but by then, she had already laid the foundation for Australia’s historic win.
India’s Bright Start Fades Away
Earlier, India’s openers Pratika Rawal (75 off 96 balls) and Smriti Mandhana (80 off 66) gave their side a flying start, adding 155 runs for the opening wicket. However, the middle order couldn’t build on the platform as Annabel Sutherland (5/40) and Sophie Molineux (3/75) took wickets at regular intervals.
Despite aggressive cameos from Harmanpreet Kaur (22), Jemimah Rodrigues (33), and Richa Ghosh (32), India were bowled out for 330 in 48.5 overs.
Australia’s Chase: Composed and Clinical
Healy’s aggressive start, alongside Phoebe Litchfield (40), gave Australia the momentum they needed. After losing a few quick wickets, Ashleigh Gardner (45) provided crucial support before Ellyse Perry (47 not out) returned from a brief injury break to finish the match in style.
Kim Garth (14 not out) assisted Perry as she sealed the win with a six in the 49th over.
Healy was named Player of the Match for her match-winning century.
