AUS-W vs PAK-W Scorecard: Australia Women Beat Pakistan 107 Runs

Beth Mooney had barely settled at the crease when Australia found themselves in deep trouble at 55 for 3 against Pakistan. What followed was one of the most remarkable fightbacks in Women’s World Cup history, as the 31-year-old Queenslander anchored a stunning recovery to guide Australia to a dominant 107-run victory in Colombo.

Result: Australia Women won by 107 runs · Australia Women: 221 for 9 (50 overs) · Pakistan Women: 114 all out (36.3 overs) · Match: 9th Match, ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 · Venue: R. Premadasa International Cricket Stadium, Colombo

The match scorecard reveals clear winner margins across both innings, with Australia posting 221/9 before dismissing Pakistan for 114.

Who won most PAK vs. Aus?

Australia Women have dominated Pakistan Women across their limited-overs history. Ahead of this match, Australia held a commanding lead in the head-to-head record in Women’s ODIs, winning every encounter in recent years. The ESPN Cricket database shows Australia winning by 89 runs and 150 runs in their most recent World Cup encounters.

Head-to-head results in WODIs

Australia’s winning margin of 107 runs on 8 October 2025 extended their dominance over Pakistan in ICC Women’s World Cup fixtures. Pakistan Women have struggled to post competitive totals against Australia’s bowling attack, which has consistently dismantled their top order.

“Pakistan’s bowlers can compete, but their batting lineup must find answers quickly or face an early exit from the tournament.”

— Match analysis, Sky Sports

Recent encounters

Pakistan won the toss and chose to field at R. Premadasa Stadium, a decision that backfired spectacularly when Beth Mooney’s century turned the innings on its head.

Australia Women innings

Australia’s innings told the story of two entirely different phases. Pakistan’s bowlers tore through the top order with precision, reducing Australia to 40 for 2 in the powerplay and eventually 76 for 7 inside 22 overs.

Powerplay summary

• Australia were 40 for 2 after the first 10 overs (Hindustan Times)
• Nashra Sandhu took 3 wickets for 37 runs in 10 overs, exploiting conditions early on
• Pakistan’s decision to field first looked justified as Australia’s top order folded

Key partnerships

When Beth Mooney arrived at the crease with Australia at 55 for 3, the innings was hanging by a thread. What followed was transformative. Mooney found an able partner in Alana King, and together they rebuilt with a 139-run stand that rescued Australia from the brink.

• Beth Mooney: 109 off 114 balls (fifth ODI century) (Sky Sports)
• Alana King: 51 off 49 balls provided crucial support
• The partnership transformed Australia from 76 for 7 to a competitive total

“Australia recovered from 76/7 to post 221/9 — a turnaround of 145 runs with only three wickets in hand that ultimately proved unassailable for Pakistan.”

— Match report, Sky Sports cricket

The recovery demonstrated Australia’s mental resilience under pressure, with Beth Mooney’s calm presence stabilizing an innings that appeared destined for a sub-150 total.

Pakistan Women innings

Pakistan’s chase began competitively but disintegrated against Kim Garth’s devastating spell. The Irish-born fast bowler ripped through the top order with movement and pace, leaving Pakistan in disarray at 36 for 4.

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• Kim Garth took 3 wickets for 14 runs in 6 overs for Australia (ESPN Cricket)
• Megan Schutt supported with 2 wickets for 25 runs
• Annabel Sutherland added 2 wickets for 15 runs in 8.3 overs

Which team was all out in 36.3 overs?

Pakistan Women were the team bowled out in 36.3 overs, losing all 10 wickets well short of the 222-run target set by Australia.

All out in 36.3 overs

Pakistan’s innings lasted 36.3 overs with all 10 wickets lost, collapsing well short of the 222-run target. Sidra Amin top-scored with 35 runs but lacked support from the middle order. Pakistan never recovered after losing their first four wickets cheaply, with Rameen Shamim’s 15 runs the next highest contribution.

“Pakistan’s batting depth remains a concern at this World Cup, with the top order failing to convert starts into substantial scores against quality attacks.”

— Tournament analysis, ICC Official

The pattern suggests Pakistan’s middle order requires restructuring, as the top four have now failed to build substantial innings in consecutive matches.

Match scorecard overview

The full scorecard reveals the magnitude of Australia’s victory. Beth Mooney’s 109 and Kim Garth’s 3 for 14 represented the match-defining performances, but the contribution of Alana King (51) proved equally crucial given how early Australia had stumbled.

Fall of wickets

Australia lost wickets in clusters during the powerplay before Mooney and King stabilized. Pakistan’s chase collapsed even more dramatically, losing 4 wickets for 36 runs in Garth’s opening spell.

Bowling figures

• Kim Garth: 3/14 (6 overs) — match-winning spell (ESPN Cricket)
• Nashra Sandhu: 3/37 (10 overs) — best Pakistan bowler
• Megan Schutt: 2/25 and Annabel Sutherland: 2/15 kept pressure throughout
• Rameen Shamim: 2/29 offered some resistance but too little, too late

The implication: Australia’s balanced attack meant Pakistan never settled into any rhythm, with Garth’s early breakthroughs setting the tone for a comprehensive victory.

Tournament context

This victory was Australia’s second of the 2025 Cricket World Cup, establishing them as favorites alongside New Zealand and South Africa. The win by 107 runs demonstrated the team’s ability to recover from adverse situations — a trait that has defined their World Cup campaigns across decades.

ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 standings

As the 9th match of the tournament concluded, Australia sat near the top of the points table with two wins from two matches. Pakistan, meanwhile, faced mounting pressure after a third consecutive loss left their semi-final hopes in serious jeopardy.

Pakistan elimination status

With three losses in four matches, Pakistan’s path to the semi-finals now requires winning most of their remaining fixtures while hoping other results go their way. The batting collapse against Australia highlighted ongoing technical issues against quality new-ball bowling.

“Australia demonstrated exactly why they remain the team to beat — even when their backs are against the wall, world-class players find a way to deliver.”

— Post-match commentary, Sky Sports cricket

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Mooney’s 109 rescued Australia from 76-7 to 221/9, crushing Pakistan by 107 runs in the World Cup, as detailed in Leedswire’s AU-W vs PAK-W result.

Frequently asked questions

For Pakistan’s World Cup campaign, the message is unmistakable: their bowlers can compete, but their batting lineup must find answers quickly or face an early exit from the tournament. Australia, meanwhile, demonstrated exactly why they remain the team to beat — even when their backs are against the wall, world-class players find a way to deliver.