Australia's Ashleigh Gardner, left, and Beth Mooney bumps their fists to celebrate their win against Pakistan during the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2024 match between Pakistan and Australia at Dubai International Stadium, United Arab Emirates.
Australia bowled out Pakistan for just 82 runs as they romped their way to a nine-wicket victory on Friday, October 11, virtually sealing their spot in the Women's T20 World Cup semifinals. Australia pacer Megan Schutt entered record books by becoming the highest wicket-taker in Women’s T20 internationals, surpassing Nida Dar of Pakistan on her 144th wicket. Schutt achieved this milestone by dismissing Sadaf Shamas as Australia bowled out Pakistan in 19.5 overs. Alyssa Healy led Australia's chase with a quickfire 37 off 23 balls, hitting five boundaries before retiring hurt due to cramps while running between the wickets. Ellyse Perry (22 not out) and Ashleigh Gardner (7 not out) then easily chased down the target with nine overs to spare.
Australia's Ashleigh Gardner, left, and Beth Mooney bumps their fists to celebrate their win against Pakistan during the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2024 match between Pakistan and Australia at Dubai International Stadium, United Arab Emirates.
Pakistan players walk from the field after their loss against Australia during the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2024 match between Pakistan and Australia at Dubai International Stadium, United Arab Emirates.
Australia's Ellyse Perry bats during the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2024 match between Pakistan and Australia at Dubai International Stadium, United Arab Emirates.
Australia's captain Alyssa Healy bats during the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2024 match between Pakistan and Australia at Dubai International Stadium, United Arab Emirates.
Pakistan players celebrate the wicket of Australia's Beth Mooney during the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2024 match between Pakistan and Australia at Dubai International Stadium, United Arab Emirates.
Australian players celebrate the wicket of Pakistan's Aliya Riaz during the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2024 match between Pakistan and Australia at Dubai International Stadium, United Arab Emirates.
Australia's Ashleigh Gardner, second right, celebrates the wicket of Pakistan's Tuba Hassan with her teammates during the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2024 match between Pakistan and Australia at Dubai International Stadium, United Arab Emirates.
Pakistan's Aliya Riaz bats during the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2024 match between Pakistan and Australia at Dubai International Stadium, United Arab Emirates.
Pakistan's Tuba Hassan bats during the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2024 match between Pakistan and Australia at Dubai International Stadium, United Arab Emirates.
Australian players celebrate the wicket of Pakistan's Nida Dar during the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2024 match between Pakistan and Australia at Dubai International Stadium, United Arab Emirates.