Australia knock West Indies Women out of T20 World Cup in semi-final

LONDON, United Kingdom. The West Indies Women’s campaign at the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup ended with a heavy eight-wicket defeat by Australia in the semi-final at Kennington Oval.

Batting first, the West Indies managed only 125 for seven in their 20 overs, continuing a poor run with the bat. Australia reached 127 for two in just 13 overs to book their place in the final.

The result extended Australia’s dominance in the fixture, giving them 18 wins from 20 T20 internationals against the West Indies.

Early promise fades

Captain Hayley Matthews gave her side a bright start with early boundaries, and the West Indies were 35 without loss after the powerplay. Opener Qiana Joseph struggled to score freely against disciplined bowling.

Matthews was bowled for 30 and Joseph fell for 16. Stafanie Taylor and Jahzara Claxton were both out for ducks as Ashleigh Gardner struck twice, reducing the West Indies to 59 for four in the 11th over.

Sophie Molineux and Georgia Wareham added to the damage as the side slumped to 83 for six, with only Chinelle Henry (10) and Shemaine Campbelle (22) offering resistance.

Deandra Dottin, who needed medical attention before the match, and Jannillea Glasgow added 41 in the last four overs. Dottin finished unbeaten on 26 off 16 balls, while Glasgow made 15 off 13 before falling to the final ball.

Gardner took 2 for 13, with Wareham taking 2 for 17 and Molineux 2 for 30.

Mooney in control

Georgia Voll and Beth Mooney gave Australia a fast start. Henry and Matthews took a wicket each, but Australia were in control at 43 for two.

Mooney reached a 39-ball half-century and finished unbeaten on 61 off 36 balls. Ellyse Perry retired hurt, but Player of the Match Gardner, 35 not out, sealed the win.