AUS-W vs WI-W, 1st Semi-Final,30 June 2026- Australia Women Eliminate West Indies Women in the 1st Semi-Final in ICC Womens World Cup at London

West Indies Women Struggle to Build Momentum in The Big Match

After being asked to bat first, West Indies Women found it difficult to accelerate against Australia's disciplined bowling attack.

Captain Hayley Matthews led the innings with 30 runs off 28 balls, while Deandra Dottin provided a late flourish with an unbeaten 26 off 16 deliveries. Shemaine Campbelle also contributed 22 runs, but regular wickets prevented the Caribbean side from building partnerships.

West Indies eventually posted 125/7 in 20 overs, a total that looked below par on a batting-friendly surface.

West Indies Women Batting Scorecard
Batter Runs Balls
Hayley Matthews 30 28
Deandra Dottin* 26 16
Shemaine Campbelle 22 25
Qiana Joseph 16 22
Jannillea Glasgow 15 13
Chinelle Henry 10 11
Others 6 -
Total 125/7 (20 Overs)
Australian Bowlers Shine in the Semi-Final

Australia's bowlers maintained pressure throughout the innings, never allowing West Indies to score freely.

Ashleigh Gardner was exceptional with figures of 2/13 in four overs, while Georgia Wareham also picked up 2 wickets for 17 runs. Sophie Molineux claimed two important wickets, and Annabel Sutherland chipped in with one.

Australia Bowling Figures
Ashleigh Gardner – 2/13 (4 overs)
Georgia Wareham – 2/17 (3 overs)
Sophie Molineux – 2/30 (4 overs)
Annabel Sutherland – 1/26 (3 overs)

Beth Mooney Anchors Clinical Run Chase

Australia's chase began aggressively with Georgia Voll smashing 16 from just 11 balls before falling early.

The innings was then controlled brilliantly by Beth Mooney, who remained unbeaten on 61 off 36 balls, striking eight boundaries in a classy knock.

Although Ellyse Perry retired hurt after scoring just 2, Australia never lost momentum . Ashleigh Gardner added an explosive unbeaten 35 off 20 balls, finishing the match in emphatic style.

Australia reached 127/2 in only 13 overs, winning with 42 balls to spare.

Australia Women Batting Scorecard
Batter Runs Balls
Beth Mooney* 61 36
Ashleigh Gardner* 35 20
Georgia Voll 16 11
Phoebe Litchfield 4 5
Ellyse Perry 2 (retired hurt) 7
Extras 9
Total 127/2 (13 Overs)
Match Summary

Women's T20 World Cup 2026 – 1st Semi-Final

West Indies Women: 125/7 (20 overs)

Hayley Matthews – 30
Deandra Dottin* – 26
Ashleigh Gardner – 2/13
Georgia Wareham – 2/17

Australia Women: 127/2 (13 overs)

Beth Mooney* – 61
Ashleigh Gardner* – 35
Australia won by 8 wickets

Player of the Match
Beth Mooney (Australia Women) delivered a match-winning unbeaten 61 off 36 balls, guiding Australia comfortably into the final with a composed yet aggressive innings.

Key Moments
Australia restricted West Indies to just 125/7.
Ashleigh Gardner starred with both bat and ball.
Georgia Wareham and Sophie Molineux shared four wickets.
Beth Mooney's unbeaten half-century sealed an easy chase.
Australia qualified for the Women's T20 World Cup 2026 Final with a dominant all-round performance.

Final Thoughts
Australia Women once again proved why they remain one of the strongest teams in world cricket. Their disciplined bowling attack restricted West Indies to a below-par score before Beth Mooney and Ashleigh Gardner dismantled the chase with their fearless batting. With confidence soaring and every department firing, Australia head into the Women's T20 World Cup 2026 Final looking every bit like championship contenders.