Mooney Stars as Australia Hammer England in Women's World Cup Final
Beth Mooney scored 64 and Australia chased 153 in 17.1 overs to beat England by seven wickets and claim a seventh title.
- On Sunday, July 5, 2026, Australia defeated England by seven wickets at Lord's to secure their seventh ICC Women's T20 World Cup title, the tournament's 10th edition.
- England managed a total of 150/4 after being asked to bat first on a sluggish Lord's pitch, with captain Nat Sciver-Brunt remaining unbeaten on 58 off 53 deliveries.
- Opener Beth Mooney led the chase with 64 off 49 balls, supported by Phoebe Litchfield's 48 off 35 balls in a decisive 100-run partnership off 67 deliveries.
- Australia reached 153/3 in 17.1 overs, securing victory with 17 balls to spare before a 28,887-strong sellout crowd at Lord's.
- While England made large strides in recent weeks, Australia remained unbeaten throughout the tournament, confirming their dominance in the women's game.
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