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The Pakistan Women’s National Cricket Team Vs Australia Women’s National Cricket Team Match Scorecard provides a complete look at an important ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 contest between two competitive sides. The match was played at Headingley in Leeds on June 23, 2026, with Australia Women producing a commanding performance. Australia posted 199/7 from their 20 overs, led by a superb innings from Ellyse Perry, before Pakistan were dismissed for 86 in 13.4 overs. Australia therefore secured a convincing 113-run victory.
The result highlighted Australia’s batting depth and disciplined bowling attack, while Pakistan faced difficulty building partnerships during the chase. Perry’s 71 from 48 balls was the standout batting contribution, while Georgia Voll added 39 from 28. For Pakistan, Muneeba Ali top-scored with 32, while Fatima Sana contributed 17
Match Overview and Key Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | Australia Women vs Pakistan Women |
| Tournament | ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 |
| Match | 21st Match |
| Date | June 23, 2026 |
| Venue | Headingley, Leeds |
| Toss | Australia Women won the toss |
| Decision | Australia elected to bat |
| Australia Women | 199/7 in 20 overs |
| Pakistan Women | 86 all out in 13.4 overs |
| Result | Australia Women won by 113 runs |
| Player of the Match | Ellyse Perry |
Australia produced a dominant all-round performance. Ellyse Perry led the batting effort with 71 from 48 balls, while Australia’s bowling attack kept Pakistan under pressure throughout the chase.
Complete Match Summary and Final Result
Australia Women made 199/7 from 20 overs, recovering strongly after losing Beth Mooney for a first-ball duck. Georgia Voll and Ellyse Perry then rebuilt the innings, with Perry eventually scoring 71.
Pakistan struggled to build partnerships in reply. Muneeba Ali top-scored with 32, but regular wickets prevented Pakistan from developing any sustained momentum. Pakistan were bowled out for 86 in 13.4 overs, giving Australia a 113-run victory.
| Team | Score | Overs | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Australia Women | 199/7 | 20 | Won |
| Pakistan Women | 86 all out | 13.4 | Lost |
| Winning margin | 113 runs | Australia Women |
Toss Result and Playing XI
Australia won the toss and chose to bat first at Headingley. The decision allowed their batting unit to establish a substantial total before using their varied bowling attack to defend it.
Australia Women Playing XI
| Player | Role |
|---|---|
| Beth Mooney | Wicketkeeper-batter |
| Georgia Voll | Batter |
| Ellyse Perry | All-rounder |
| Ashleigh Gardner | All-rounder |
| Georgia Wareham | Bowler |
| Annabel Sutherland | All-rounder |
| Nicola Carey | All-rounder |
| Sophie Molineux | All-rounder |
| Alana King | Bowler |
| Lucy Hamilton | Bowler |
| Kim Garth | Bowler |
Pakistan Women Playing XI
| Player | Role |
|---|---|
| Muneeba Ali | Wicketkeeper-batter |
| Gull Feroza | Batter |
| Saira Jabeen | Batter |
| Ayesha Zafar | Batter |
| Iram Javed | Batter |
| Aliya Riaz | All-rounder |
| Fatima Sana | All-rounder |
| Rameen Shamim | All-rounder |
| Nashra Sandhu | Bowler |
| Diana Baig | Bowler |
| Sadia Iqbal | Bowler |
First Innings Batting Performance
Australia’s innings started badly when Beth Mooney was dismissed without scoring from the first delivery. However, Georgia Voll and Ellyse Perry quickly changed the momentum.
Voll scored 39 from 28 balls, including seven fours, while Perry produced the defining innings with 71 from 48 balls, hitting nine fours and one six. Their partnership helped Australia reach 100 in only 9.1 overs.
Annabel Sutherland added 27 from 18 balls, while Nicola Carey provided a late acceleration with an unbeaten 26 from just 13 deliveries. Carey finished with a strike rate of 200.
| Batter | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beth Mooney | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Georgia Voll | 39 | 28 | 7 | 0 | 139.29 |
| Ellyse Perry | 71 | 48 | 9 | 1 | 147.92 |
| Ashleigh Gardner | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Georgia Wareham | 5 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 166.67 |
| Annabel Sutherland | 27 | 18 | 4 | 0 | 150.00 |
| Nicola Carey | 26* | 13 | 4 | 0 | 200.00 |
| Sophie Molineux | 5 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 166.67 |
| Alana King | 5* | 4 | 1 | 0 | 125.00 |
| Extras | 21 | ||||
| Total | 199/7 | 20 ov |
Australia’s scoring acceleration was particularly important in the second half of the innings. They moved from 150 in 15.4 overs to 199 at the end of the 20th, adding 49 runs during the closing phase.
Second Innings Batting Performance
Pakistan’s chase began under immediate pressure. Gull Feroza was run out for one, and Saira Jabeen followed shortly afterward. Ayesha Zafar’s dismissal at 30/3 made the chase increasingly difficult.
Muneeba Ali offered Pakistan’s best resistance with 32 from 25 balls. Iram Javed struck three boundaries in a quick 14 from nine balls, while Fatima Sana scored 17 from 12.
However, Pakistan lost wickets too frequently and were eventually dismissed for 86 in just 13.4 overs.
| Batter | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Muneeba Ali | 32 | 25 | 4 | 1 | 128.00 |
| Gull Feroza | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 33.33 |
| Saira Jabeen | 5 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 125.00 |
| Ayesha Zafar | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Iram Javed | 14 | 9 | 3 | 0 | 155.56 |
| Aliya Riaz | 7 | 11 | 1 | 0 | 63.64 |
| Fatima Sana | 17 | 12 | 3 | 0 | 141.67 |
| Rameen Shamim | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Nashra Sandhu | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Diana Baig | 1* | 8 | 0 | 0 | 12.50 |
| Sadia Iqbal | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Extras | 9 | ||||
| Total | 86 all out | 13.4 ov |
Bowling Figures and Best Bowling Performances
Australia’s bowling attack maintained control throughout the chase. Sophie Molineux was particularly economical, taking two wickets for only six runs from her two overs.
Annabel Sutherland and Ellyse Perry also claimed two wickets each, while Georgia Wareham produced an excellent spell of 1/2 from two overs.
| Australia Bowler | Overs | Runs | Wickets | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lucy Hamilton | 2 | 10 | 0 | 5.00 |
| Kim Garth | 2 | 22 | 0 | 11.00 |
| Sophie Molineux | 2 | 6 | 2 | 3.00 |
| Ashleigh Gardner | 2 | 17 | 0 | 8.50 |
| Georgia Wareham | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1.00 |
| Annabel Sutherland | 1.4 | 12 | 2 | 7.20 |
| Alana King | 1 | 8 | 0 | 8.00 |
| Ellyse Perry | 1 | 9 | 2 | 9.00 |
Pakistan’s bowlers also collected wickets, with Sadia Iqbal and Rameen Shamim taking two wickets each. Nashra Sandhu also claimed two wickets.
Fall of Wickets and Important Partnerships
Australia Women Fall of Wickets
| Wicket | Score | Batter | Over |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | Beth Mooney | 0.1 |
| 2 | 100 | Georgia Voll | 9.3 |
| 3 | 100 | Ashleigh Gardner | 9.5 |
| 4 | 107 | Georgia Wareham | 10.4 |
| 5 | 151 | Annabel Sutherland | 16.1 |
| 6 | 167 | Ellyse Perry | 17.3 |
| 7 | 178 | Sophie Molineux | 18.2 |
The key Australian partnership was the 100-run stand between Georgia Voll and Ellyse Perry, which transformed the innings after Mooney’s early dismissal.
Pakistan Women Fall of Wickets
| Wicket | Score | Batter | Over |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 8 | Gull Feroza | 1.3 |
| 2 | 17 | Saira Jabeen | 2.3 |
| 3 | 30 | Ayesha Zafar | 4.1 |
| 4 | 50 | Iram Javed | 6.2 |
| 5 | 65 | Muneeba Ali | 9.1 |
| 6 | 74 | Aliya Riaz | 9.6 |
| 7 | 75 | Rameen Shamim | 10.4 |
| 8 | 75 | Nashra Sandhu | 10.6 |
| 9 | 85 | Fatima Sana | 13.3 |
| 10 | 86 | Sadia Iqbal | 13.4 |
Pakistan’s biggest issue was the lack of substantial partnerships. Once Muneeba Ali was dismissed at 65, the remaining wickets fell rapidly.
Powerplay, Middle Overs and Death Overs Analysis
Australia Powerplay
Australia reached 64/1 after six overs. Despite losing Mooney on the first ball, Voll and Perry immediately attacked the bowling and established the platform for a large total.
Australia Middle Overs
The 100-run mark arrived at 9.1 overs. Perry reached her half-century from 30 balls and continued to attack through the middle phase.
Australia Death Overs
Australia finished strongly, moving from 150 in 15.4 overs to 199/7 after 20 overs. Nicola Carey’s unbeaten 26 from 13 balls was especially valuable during this phase.
Pakistan Powerplay
Pakistan reached 50 in 5.5 overs but lost three wickets during the powerplay. That combination of reasonable scoring and heavy wicket loss left the chase in a difficult position.
Pakistan Middle Overs
The collapse continued after the powerplay. Pakistan lost wickets at regular intervals and could not produce the type of partnership required to challenge a 200-run target.
Top Performers From Both Teams
| Category | Player | Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Best batter | Ellyse Perry | 71 off 48 |
| Key Australian batter | Georgia Voll | 39 off 28 |
| Best Pakistan batter | Muneeba Ali | 32 off 25 |
| Best Australian bowler by economy | Georgia Wareham | 1/2 |
| Best Australian wicket haul | Sophie Molineux | 2/6 |
| Other major wicket-takers | Perry, Sutherland | 2 wickets each |
| Late-innings impact | Nicola Carey | 26* off 13 |
Perry was the standout performer because she contributed both with the bat and ball. Her 71 established Australia’s imposing total, before she returned to take two wickets during Pakistan’s innings.
Key Match Statistics and Records
| Statistic | Figure |
|---|---|
| Australia total | 199/7 |
| Pakistan total | 86 |
| Winning margin | 113 runs |
| Highest individual score | Ellyse Perry, 71 |
| Highest Pakistan score | Muneeba Ali, 32 |
| Best bowling figures | Sophie Molineux, 2/6 |
| Best economy | Georgia Wareham, 1.00 |
| Australia 50 | 4.2 overs |
| Australia 100 | 9.1 overs |
| Australia 150 | 15.4 overs |
| Pakistan 50 | 5.5 overs |
| Australia 100-run partnership | Voll and Perry |
| Match venue | Headingley, Leeds |
The 113-run margin underlined Australia’s superiority across both innings. The official ICC match coverage also described the result as Australia’s fourth consecutive win in the tournament.
Turning Points That Changed the Match
Perry and Voll’s partnership: After Mooney’s first-ball dismissal, Australia could have been under pressure. Instead, Perry and Voll produced a 100-run partnership that shifted the match decisively.
Australia’s late acceleration: Carey and the lower order ensured Australia reached 199, giving Pakistan an extremely demanding chase.
Pakistan’s early wickets: Losing three wickets by 30 runs meant Pakistan never established a stable platform.
Molineux and Wareham’s control: Australia’s spinners restricted scoring and prevented Pakistan from building momentum. Wareham’s two overs for two runs were especially influential.
Captaincy Decisions and Tactical Analysis
Australia’s decision to bat first after winning the toss proved highly effective. The team recovered from the early loss of Mooney through aggressive strokeplay and maintained a high scoring rate throughout the innings.
The Australian bowling strategy also worked well. Rather than relying exclusively on pace, the attack used spin effectively. Molineux and Wareham combined for 3 wickets for only 8 runs, creating enormous pressure in the middle overs.
Pakistan needed wickets during Australia’s middle overs but struggled to contain Perry. Once Australia crossed 150, the final overs became about maximizing the total, and the Australian lower order did exactly that.
How the Winning Team Secured Victory
Australia secured victory through three major phases.
First, Perry and Voll recovered from the first-ball dismissal and established a 100-run partnership. Second, Sutherland and Carey helped Australia maintain its scoring momentum and push the total to 199. Third, Australia’s bowlers attacked Pakistan’s batting lineup with disciplined spells and regular wickets.
Pakistan’s chase never developed because wickets fell too frequently. Muneeba Ali provided resistance, but Australia’s bowling depth meant Pakistan could not sustain a challenge.
The final result was emphatic: Australia Women 199/7 defeated Pakistan Women 86 all out by 113 runs at Headingley.
Final Thoughts
Australia Women delivered a dominant all-round performance to defeat Pakistan Women by 113 runs at Headingley. Their strong first innings created significant pressure, and their bowlers maintained control throughout Pakistan’s chase. Ellyse Perry’s innings provided the foundation for Australia’s imposing total, while the bowling unit ensured Pakistan could not establish the partnerships required to challenge the target.
For Pakistan, the match offered valuable lessons about batting against a high-quality attack and the importance of building partnerships in a large chase. Australia, meanwhile, demonstrated why their combination of experienced batters, reliable bowlers and strong fielding makes them one of the toughest teams in women’s international cricket.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Who won Pakistan Women vs Australia Women in the 2026 match?
Australia Women won the match by 113 runs.
2. What was Australia’s score against Pakistan Women?
Australia Women scored 199/7 in their allotted 20 overs.
3. What was Pakistan Women’s score?
Pakistan Women were dismissed for 86 in 13.4 overs.
4. Who was the top scorer for Australia Women?
Ellyse Perry was Australia’s leading scorer with 71 runs from 48 balls.
5. Where was Pakistan Women vs Australia Women played?
The match was played at Headingley in Leeds during the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026.
