Women’s Cricket · Final result
Australia vs New Zealand Women, 2nd T20I: Gardner Leads 40-Run Win
Australia Women defeated New Zealand by 40 runs at North Sydney Oval on 20 October 2026, securing the Rose Bowl with a match remaining.
Final score
Australia 167/7 · New Zealand 127/8
Australia won by 40 runs.
Written highlights
- Gardner 84 from 45: Ashleigh Gardner provided the defining innings; Beth Mooney added 37.
- Wareham 3/18: Georgia Wareham led the wicket-taking effort, while Gardner also took two wickets.
- Chase contained: Amelia Kerr made 32 and Maddy Green 26, but New Zealand finished short.
Sportimeline analysis
This result shows why a team’s total needs context. Gardner’s innings supplied the acceleration while wickets fell elsewhere. Australia then combined wicket-taking with pressure on the chase. Reading runs alongside wickets gives a clearer picture than watching the required rate alone.
Official video highlights and next match
Watch Cricket Australia’s official second-T20I highlights. Video opens on the rights holder’s website; Sportimeline does not host the footage.
The third T20I is scheduled for 22 October at North Sydney Oval.
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