Lucy Hamilton and Annabel Sutherland showcased exceptional bowling skills in the one-off Pink-ball Test, putting Australia in a strong position against India. At the end of the second day, India closed at 105/6 in 29 overs, trailing the hosts by 20 runs at Perth’s WACA Ground. Annabel Sutherland’s remarkable performance included a century and two crucial wickets, contributing significantly to Australia’s dominance.
Supported by Ellyse Perry’s solid 76, Annabel led Australia to a total of 323 in 90.4 overs, securing a 125-run lead over India. India’s batting struggled under pressure, with only Pratika Rawal showing resistance with an unbeaten 43. Australia’s disciplined bowling, led by Lucy Hamilton’s 3-32 spell, kept India on the back foot, with Darcie Brown also making valuable contributions.
India faced a challenging situation with a deficit of 20 runs and only four wickets remaining in hand. Australia’s strong position hints at a potential victory, setting the stage for a fitting farewell for captain Alyssa Healy. The match saw India’s top order falter against Australia’s seamers, highlighting the uphill battle India faces to avoid defeat.
