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In a final match of the three-match ODI series between Australia and England at Bellerive Oval, Hobart, England Sophie Ecclestone Delivered a sensational performance on the field, leaving the fans in awe. Ecclestone’s brilliance was on full display when he produced a spectacular catch to dismiss Australia’s top-order batter Annabel Sutherland.
Stunning shot by Sophie Ecclestone
All this happened on the 15th over when Charlie Dean won to Sutherland, who attempted an ambitious shot. Running down the track to a perfect delivery outside off, Sutherland looks to lift the ball over extra cover. However, his shot lacked elevation and sliced well towards wide mid-on. Ecclestone, showing his athleticism, dived low to his left to complete a spectacular catch. Sutherland departed for 10 runs off 16 balls, including two boundaries. England’s sharp fielding and Dean’s accurate bowling put the team in a commanding position.
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Ecclestone dives to take the catch and Sutherland has to go. The Aussies are now four inside 15 overs! #Abo #AUSvENG pic.twitter.com/H1b79SuOun
— cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) January 17, 2025
Dean continued his good bowling performance by claiming the crucial wicket of Beth Mooney in the 33rd above. Mooney, who had just reached his half-century, came out with a full delivery off-stump, aiming for a big hit downtown. However, he mistimed his shot, sending the ball flying into the air. Nat Sciver-Bruntpitched at short extra cover, came back quickly and got a well-judged catch over his shoulder. Mooney’s dismissal for 50 runs off 64 balls, including four boundaries, marked a turning point in the match as England disrupted a crucial partnership.
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Ecclestone shines both on the ball and on the pitch
Ecclestone’s contribution was not limited to his fielding exploits. In the 50th and last over of Australia’s innings, Ecclestone showed his bowling prowess by dismissing. Alana King. King, attempting a pull shot on a short delivery, mistimed his effort, dragging the ball off the thick inside edge. Alice Capseyplaced at deep square leg, runs across and completes a fine catch. King departs for 9 runs in 8 balls.
Australia posted a formidable total
Opting to bat first, Australia set a challenging target of 309 runs for the loss of eight wickets. The highlight of their innings was Ashley GardnerThe bright century, anchoring the whole team. Despite losing wickets at crucial moments, Australia’s batsmen managed to keep the scoreboard going, ensuring a strong finish.
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This article was first published on WomenCricket.coma Cricket season company.
