Defending Champions Australia Begin Women’s World Cup 2025 With 89-Run Win Over New Zealand

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Defending champions Australia crushed New Zealand by 89 runs in Indore, powered by Ashleigh Gardner’s 115 and Annabel Sutherland’s three-wicket burst. Despite Sophie Devine’s 112, New Zealand faltered in their chase, with Amelia Kerr claiming key wickets, as Australia dominated the Women's World Cup opener.