Ashleigh Gardner impressed with a quick 58 off 32 balls in Australia’s Women’s T20 World Cup match against the Netherlands, helping her team reach a total of 219/6, matching the tournament’s highest score. Gardner, who returned to the playing XI after an ankle injury, expressed satisfaction with her performance and partnership with Beth Mooney, who scored 74.
Gardner, pleased with her time on the field, emphasized the importance of her partnership with Mooney and downplayed concerns about her ankle injury. She highlighted the simplicity of Australia’s approach against the Netherlands, focusing on reacting to each ball and credited Mooney’s experience for their successful stand.
Australia’s total was further boosted by Georgia Wareham’s explosive 41 off 18 balls and Annabel Sutherland’s late cameo. Gardner expressed confidence in Australia’s bowlers to defend the massive total, praising both the pace and spin departments for their capabilities. The team aims to continue their unbeaten streak in the tournament with a strong all-round performance.
