Australia Women beat West Indies Women by 8 wickets with 42 balls remaining in Match 31 of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup, with Beth Mooney leading the chase with 61 and Ashleigh Gardner delivering an all-round hand in a result that sent Australia into the final after another composed tournament performance.

Set 126 to win, Australia made the target look well within reach as they finished on 127/2 in just 13 overs. Mooney set the tone with a fluent 61, while Gardner added 35 and helped keep the chase moving at the required pace. Georgia Voll contributed 16 as Australia lost only two wickets on the way to a comfortable finish.

West Indies had their moments with the ball, with Chinelle Henry and Hayley Matthews taking a wicket each, but they could not apply enough pressure once Australia settled. Afy Fletcher went wicketless as the chase moved away quickly in the middle overs.

Earlier, West Indies Women posted 125/7 from their 20 overs. Hayley Matthews top-scored with 30, Deandra Dottin made 26 and Shemaine Campbelle added 22, but Australia kept chipping away with regular wickets and never allowed a decisive partnership to develop.

Ashleigh Gardner, Georgia Wareham and Sophie Molineux each claimed two wickets, a collective effort that shaped the innings. Those breakthroughs ensured West Indies were held to a total that left them needing an exceptional bowling performance against one of the tournament’s most in-form batting groups.

The match turned on Australia’s control across both innings: disciplined wicket-taking through the middle overs, then a chase led by Mooney’s assurance and Gardner’s support. Once Australia moved ahead of the asking rate, West Indies were left trying to hold on rather than dictate terms.

This was Australia Women’s sixth win of the tournament, following earlier victories in Match 3, Match 9, Match 14, Match 21 and Match 30, and it extends their strong run into the knockout stage. West Indies had arrived after wins in Match 4, Match 12 and Match 17, but could not add another against the tournament leaders.

With Match 31 complete, one group-stage fixture still remains before the final: England Women face South Africa Women on Thursday, July 2, and Australia Women are next in action in the final on Sunday, July 5 against TBA.

Key performers

  • Beth Mooney: 61 in a match-winning chase for Australia Women.
  • Ashleigh Gardner: 35 with the bat and 2 wickets to earn Player of the Match.
  • Georgia Wareham: 2 wickets for Australia Women in a controlled bowling display.
  • Sophie Molineux: 2 wickets to help restrict West Indies Women to 125/7.
  • Hayley Matthews: 30 and 1 wicket in a hard-working all-round effort for West Indies Women.

NerdSports Stat: Australia Women reached 127 in only 13 overs, scoring at 9.76 runs per over in the chase after holding West Indies Women to 6.25 runs per over across the full 20.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who won the match between Australia Women and West Indies Women?

Australia Women won the match by 8 wickets with 42 balls remaining.

Who was the Player of the Match?

Ashleigh Gardner was named Player of the Match for her all-round contribution of 35 runs and 2 wickets.

What is the series standing after this match?

This was Match 31 of 33 in the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup. Australia Women advanced to the final, while one more match remains before the title match.

Who was the top scorer in this match?

Beth Mooney top-scored with 61.

When is the next match in the series?

The next match in the series is England Women vs South Africa Women on Thursday, July 2.