Highlights of the match played between Australia and Pakistan on 23 June 2026.
Australia vs Pakistan: Australia continued their dominant run in the Women’s T20 World Cup with a commanding 113-run victory over Pakistan, registering their fourth consecutive win of the tournament. The result strengthened Australia’s position in the race for the semi-finals, while Pakistan’s hopes of reaching the knockout stage suffered a major setback.
Playing at Headingley on Tuesday night, Australia chose to bat first after winning the toss and posted an imposing total of 199 for 7 in 20 overs. In reply, Pakistan’s batting line-up struggled against Australia’s disciplined bowling attack and was dismissed for just 86 runs in 13.4 overs.
All-rounder Ellyse Perry delivered a match-winning performance with both bat and ball, earning the Player of the Match award.
Early Blow Fails to Slow Australia
Australia’s innings got off to the worst possible start when opening batter Beth Mooney was dismissed on the very first ball of the match. However, the setback had little impact on the team’s momentum as Ellyse Perry and Georgia Voll combined to rebuild the innings brilliantly.
The pair added more than 100 runs for the second wicket, putting Pakistan’s bowlers under constant pressure. Their aggressive approach helped Australia reach 64 runs in the powerplay, their highest powerplay score of the tournament so far.
Perry anchored the innings with a composed yet attacking knock, while Voll provided strong support at the other end. By the time Pakistan managed to break the partnership, Australia had already established a solid foundation for a massive total.
Ellyse Perry Produces a Complete All-Round Display
The match marked a memorable milestone for Perry, who is playing in her tenth Women’s T20 World Cup. The experienced Australian star scored 71 runs from 48 deliveries, recording her first half-century in the tournament’s history.
Before this innings, Perry’s highest score in a T20 World Cup had been 42, achieved against New Zealand in 2016. Her knock featured a mix of elegant stroke play and intelligent shot selection, helping Australia finish just one run short of the 200-run mark.
Perry’s influence extended beyond batting. She struck twice with the ball, conceding only nine runs in her spell and removing key Pakistani batters. Her contributions in both departments proved decisive in Australia’s comprehensive victory.
Beth Mooney Shows Remarkable Determination
Although Beth Mooney failed to score with the bat, her commitment behind the stumps became one of the talking points of the match.
The Australian wicketkeeper had suffered an injury in the previous game and faced another painful setback during Pakistan’s innings. While attempting to stop a delivery, a finger on her right hand was dislocated. Medical staff treated her on the field, and she resumed keeping almost immediately.
Later in the innings, Mooney injured the same finger again while attempting a catch. Despite the discomfort, she continued playing after receiving additional treatment and taping on the finger.
Her determination paid off as she contributed to five dismissals through catches and run-outs, playing a crucial role in Pakistan’s collapse.
Pakistan Bowlers Show Brief Resistance
Pakistan’s bowlers struggled for much of the innings but found some success in the middle overs.
Nashra Sandhu provided an important breakthrough by dismissing Georgia Voll for 46 and then removing Ashleigh Gardner shortly afterward. Rameen Shamim also impressed with key wickets, including those of Georgia Wareham and Annabel Sutherland.
However, the damage had largely been done by then, as Australia had already built a platform for a daunting total.
Also read: England Vs West Indies: Unbeaten Teams Clash for Women’s T20 World Cup Semi-Final Spot
Run-Outs Add to Pakistan’s Problems
Chasing 200 for victory, Pakistan needed a strong start but quickly found themselves under pressure. Although they managed 50 runs in the powerplay, wickets at regular intervals prevented any meaningful partnership from developing.
Poor running between the wickets further hurt their chances. Three Pakistani batters were run out, highlighting the team’s struggles under pressure.
Gull Feroza and Ayesha Zafar were both dismissed due to miscommunication, while Rameen Shamim also lost her wicket in a run-out involving Fatima Sana.
Australia’s bowlers maintained relentless pressure throughout the chase, with captain Sophie Molineux, Annabel Sutherland, and Ellyse Perry claiming two wickets each.
As wickets continued to tumble, Pakistan were eventually bowled out for 86, handing Australia one of their biggest victories of the tournament.
Also read: Sree Charani Becomes World No. 1 T20I Bowler After Stunning World Cup Campaign
Australia vs Pakistan-Match Summary
| Detail | Result |
| Match | Australia vs Pakistan |
| Tournament | Women’s T20 World Cup |
| Venue | Headingley |
| Australia | 199/7 (20 overs) |
| Pakistan | 86 all out (13.4 overs) |
| Result | Australia won by 113 runs |
| Player of the Match | Ellyse Perry |
| Australia’s Winning Streak | 4 matches |
With four wins from four matches, Australia look firmly on course for a semi-final berth and once again demonstrated why they remain one of the strongest teams in world women’s cricket. Pakistan, meanwhile, will need to regroup quickly after a disappointing performance that leaves their tournament campaign hanging by a thread.
