Australia defeat England to win the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup for the seventh time in the final at Lord’s. Multiple outlets report that Australia restrict England to 150 after choosing to field first, then successfully chase the target in 17.1 overs. Beth Mooney is cited across the coverage as the top performer for Australia, scoring an unbeaten 64 that steadies the chase and helps Australia complete a record-breaking win. The final is described as a dominant performance by Australia, who are also noted for an unbeaten run through the tournament, extending their long-standing World Cup legacy.
After the match, ICC chairman Jay Shah publicly praises the tournament and women’s cricket more broadly, describing the current period as a “golden era.” He also frames the World Cup as evidence of why women’s cricket is “unmissable,” pointing to the quality and atmosphere showcased throughout the event. Shah’s remarks are consistent across outlets, with recognition extended to both Australia and England following the result, and the trophy presented to Australia’s captain Sophie Molineux.
