Alana King’s Five-Wicket Haul Powers Australia to Series Sweep
Leg-spinner Alana King produced a masterclass in spin bowling to lead the Australia women’s cricket team to a dominant nine-wicket victory over the West Indies, completing a 3-0 ODI series sweep at Warner Park in St Kitts. King’s clinical performance ensured the visitors remained undefeated throughout their Caribbean tour, having also secured a clean sweep in the T20I series.
King’s Spinning Masterclass
The West Indies women’s cricket team opted to bat first and initially looked steady, reaching 49/1 during the powerplay. However, the introduction of Alana King completely shifted the momentum. King utilized the extra bounce and turn of the St Kitts surface to rip through the middle and lower order, finishing with remarkable figures of 5–19 from her 10 overs.
This performance marks King’s second-best figures in ODI cricket, trailing only her 7-18 against South Africa in the 2025 World Cup. Her victims included the dangerous Hayley Matthews (34) and Jannillea Glasgow, effectively breaking the backbone of the hosts’ innings. Support from Ashleigh Gardner (2-29) helped bundle out the West Indies for a meager 136 in 35.4 overs.
Litchfield and Perry Anchor the Chase
The target of 137 proved to be a simple task for the world champions. Australia’s chase was headlined by a fluent, unbeaten half-century from Phoebe Litchfield. Litchfield struck 68* from just 56 deliveries, finding the boundary with ease.
After the early departure of Georgia Voll, veteran Ellyse Perry (33*) joined Litchfield to steer the side home. The pair put on an 87-run unbeaten partnership, reaching the target in just 19.4 overs. The clinical nature of the win underscored Australia’s status as the top-ranked side in women’s cricket.
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Match Highlights: Australia Women vs West Indies Women (3rd ODI)
Alana King’s Dominance: The leg-spinner was the undisputed star, dismantling the West Indies batting lineup with career-best Caribbean figures of 5/19 in her 10-over spell.
Series Clean Sweep: Australia secured a comprehensive 3–0 ODI series sweep, maintaining their perfect record on the tour following their earlier T20I series victory.
West Indies Batting Collapse: Despite a steady start at 49/1, the hosts crumbled under pressure, losing their final 9 wickets for just 87 runs to be bowled out for 136.
Phoebe Litchfield’s Class: The young opener remained unbeaten on 68 off 56 balls*, showcasing aggressive intent with several boundaries to lead the chase.
Steady Finish by Perry: Veteran Ellyse Perry provided experienced support, finishing 33 not out* and sharing an 87-run unbeaten stand with Litchfield.
Efficient Run Chase: Australia reached the target of 137 in just 19.4 overs, losing only one wicket (Georgia Voll) in a display of pure clinical efficiency.
All–Round Bowling Support: While King took the headlines, Ashleigh Gardner contributed significantly with 2/29, ensuring no partnership could build momentum.
Tour Perfection: The victory marks Australia’s sixth consecutive win of the tour, heading home with both the T20I and ODI trophies.
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