Sutherland dominates with the ball
Bangladesh struggled to build momentum throughout their innings. Ritu Moni provided the most resistance, top-scoring with 45 off 63 balls, while captain Nigar Sultana contributed 29 from 86 deliveries. Despite their efforts to anchor the innings, the Australian bowlers maintained consistent pressure, preventing any significant partnerships from taking the game away from the hosts.
Litchfield steers the chase
Chasing 167 for victory, Australia faced an early setback when Georgia Voll fell with the score at 30 in 5.1 overs. However, any hopes of a Bangladesh fightback were quickly extinguished by
Litchfield found a reliable partner in Ellyse Perry, who helped steady the ship and ensure there were no further alarms during the chase. The pair navigated the middle overs with ease, keeping the required run rate under control. Australia reached the winning total of 168/3, wrapping up the match with time to spare. The victory gives Australia a 1-0 lead in the three-match series, with the performance highlighting the depth of their squad in both departments. The two sides will now look ahead to the second ODI, with Bangladesh needing a significant turnaround to challenge the hosts.
