US Edition3rd ODI: Smriti Mandhana's Historic Century Goes In Vain As Australia Beat India By 43 Runs, Win Series 2-1
Beth Mooney's 138 off 79 balls led Australia to a record-equaling 412 total, with India posting their highest successful chase attempt of 369 runs but falling short by 43 runs.
- India Women played the third ODI against Australia Women at Arun Jaitley Stadium, New Delhi, on September 20, 2025.
- With the series level at 1-1, Australia won the opportunity to decide first and chose to bat, as the game progressed under favorable conditions at the stadium.
- Australia posted a total of 412 runs, highlighted by a commanding 138 from Beth Mooney and a quickfire 81 from Georgia Voll, while India responded with 369 runs, led by Smriti Mandhana’s impressive 125 off 63 deliveries.
- Mandhana, who notched her 13th ODI century, chose not to disclose India’s World Cup lineup, emphasizing that the squad would remain adaptable based on conditions, and highlighted that the series was crucial for determining the best team combinations ahead of the tournament.
- Australia won by 43 runs to clinch the series 2-1, while India identified areas to improve ahead of the Women’s ODI World Cup starting September 30.
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