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A moment of pure brilliance lit up the third Women’s Ashes 2025 ODI between Australia and England as pulled off an extraordinary catch to dismiss the dangerous Danni Wyatt-Hodge.
Phoebe Litchfield’s sensational catch to dismiss Danni Wyatt- Hodge
Chasing a challenging target, England were cruising on the back of Wyatt-Hodge’s fluent 35 off 32 balls when Alana King delivered a teasing delivery, on fifth ball of the 37th over, enticing an aggressive shot. Wyatt-Hodge, in fine form, aimed to loft the ball inside out o🔯ver extra cover, but what𝄹 followed was a spectacle of athleticism and skill.
Litchfield, stationed at extra cover, immediately anticipated the trajectory and sprinted backward, eyes fixed on the ball. As it descended, she executed a full-stretch dive, both hands outstretched, completing a stunning two-handed catch just inches off the ground. The effort left spectators in awe, as it wasn’t just a catch – it was a game-defining moment. The dismissal not only broke a flourishing partnership between Nat Sciver-Brunt and W🍎yatt-Hodge but also reaffirmed Litchfield’s reputation as one of the sharpest fielders in the game. Australia, under pressure, once again showcased their ability to turn matches with fielding brilliance🍨, and Litchfield’s extraordinary effort epitomized their unrelenting determination.
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Flying Phoebe! ✈️
Litchfield takes a stunner to dismiss Danni ♑Wyatt-Hodge
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In a commanding display, in the third ODI at Hobart, completing a 3-0 whitewash in the Women’s Ashes series. Batting first, Australia recovered from early setbacks to post a formidable 308/8, courtesy of Ashleigh Gardner‘s terrific century (102 off 102 balls) and Tahlia McGrath‘s rapid 55 off 45 deliveries. Georgia Wareham provided late fireworks with an unbeaten 38 o🐬ff just 12 balls.
England’s chase faltered early, with Megan Schutt (3/57) and Georgia Wareham (2/27) dismantling the top order. Despite fighting half-centuries from Tammy Beaumont (54) and Sciver-Brunt (61), England collapsed to 222 all out in 42.2 overs. Alana King starred with a brilliant 5/46, sealing the victory for Australia. The dominant performance underlines Australia’s supremacy in women’s cricket, as they secured the Ashes with a clean sweep, maintaining their unbeaten streak in the ODI leg of the series.
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