Australia's Spinners Restrict England in Women's World Cup Thriller

Tammy Beaumont stands out with a resilient 78, but Australia's disciplined bowling attack, led by Alana King's skillful spin, restricts England to 244/9 in a Women's World Cup match. Australia capitalizes on England's mid-innings collapse, with key contributions from Molineux and Sutherland turning the game in their favor.

In a gripping Women's World Cup showdown, Tammy Beaumont's patient innings of 78 couldn't prevent England from being restricted to 244 for nine, courtesy of Australia's disciplined bowling performance led by Alana King.

King's exceptional display (1/20 in 10 overs) highlighted her prowess as one of the finest wrist spinners in women's cricket. Meanwhile, Sophie Molineux took two crucial wickets, and seamer Annabel Sutherland's control saw her claim three wickets for 60 runs.

Despite a promising start with Beaumont flicking her first delivery for four, England collapsed in familiar fashion. Alice Capsey and Charlie Dean put up a resistance with a 61-run partnership, but the Australian bowlers maintained the pressure to stifle England's scoring opportunities.

(With inputs from agencies.)