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Darcie Brown to share the new ball attack with Kim Garth for Australia Women.

Heather Knight walks out to bat at number 3 for England Women.

An intriguing session of Test cricket has unfolded as England Women staged a spirited fightback with both bat and ball on Day 3. At the tea break, England are 30/1 in their second innings, still trailing Australia Women by 240 runs.

The day began with Australia Women resuming their first innings at a commanding position, with Beth Mooney and Tahlia McGrath at the crease. Mooney wasted no time in making history, bringing up her maiden Test century in the very first over of the day. This milestone made her the first Australian woman and only the fourth player in women’s cricket history to score a century across all formats. However, England quickly clawed their way back. Lauren Filer delivered a crucial breakthrough by dismissing Mooney for 106, clean bowling her with a sharp delivery. Sophie Ecclestone then made an immediate impact, removing Ellyse Perry for just two runs. These key wickets triggered a collapse, with Australia eventually bundled out for 440, securing a healthy first-innings lead of 270 runs.

Facing a daunting deficit, England’s second innings got off to a shaky start. Maia Bouchier was dismissed early, clean bowled by a brilliant delivery from Darcie Brown for just one run. This left England reeling at 6/1, with the pressure squarely on their shoulders. Tammy Beaumont and Captain Heather Knight then took charge of the recovery mission. Both batters showed grit and composure, weathering the Australian bowling attack with solid defensive techniques. Their cautious approach helped England stabilize after the early blow, as they remained unbeaten at the tea interval. Beaumont is on 16, while Knight is holding firm on eight. With England still trailing by 240 runs, the post-tea session will be critical. The visitors need to build substantial partnerships to avoid conceding an innings defeat, while Australia will aim to strike early and often to maintain their dominance. Stay tuned for more action as this fascinating Test match continues to unfold!

... DAY 3, SESSION 2 ...

Welcome back for the second session of Day3. The umpires and the players are out in the middle. Tammy Beaumont and Heather Knight will resume their innings. Annabel Sutherland to bowl. Let's play...

Kim Garth to share the attack.

Some spin as Ash Gardner comes into the attack.

Spin from both ends as Alana King comes into the attack.

Drinks! Australia Women have gained an advantage after England Women's Heather Knight fell to Ash Gardner for 32, ending a 73-run partnership. England Women currently stand at 79/2, still trailing by 191 runs. They will look to build another gritty stand now. Natalie Sciver-Brunt walks in to bat now!

Sophia Dunkley walks in to bat now.

Danni Wyatt-Hodge walks in next.

Amy Jones is in next.

Sophie Ecclestone walks in to bat now.

Another session that belonged to the Aussies! Australia Women have seized control of the match, causing a dramatic collapse in the England Women's batting lineup. They picked up six wickets, as the visitors are now reduced to 117/7, still trailing by 153 runs. The Australian spinners proved to be the game-changers, with Ash Gardner and Alana King sharing six wickets between them. Gardner struck the first blow, dismissing Heather Knight for 32, thereby ending a promising 73-run partnership with Tammy Beaumont.

The England Women's batting lineup then imploded, with the rest of the batters falling in quick succession, leaving them in a precarious position at 117/7. With their backs against the wall, England Women face an uphill task to avoid a heavy innings defeat. England Women face a daunting task now, still trailing by 153 runs, and require something magical to avoid an innings defeat. The Australian Women will aim to swiftly wrap up the match in the final session of Day 3. Join us in a bit after the Dinner Break...

... DAY 3, SESSION 3 ...

We are back for the final session of Day 3. The umpires and the players are out in the middle. Sophie Ecclestone will resume her innings and will be joined by Ryana Macdonald-Gay. Alana King to bowl. Let's play...

Lauren Filer walks in to bat now.

Lauren Bell walks out last to bat. 

WHITEWASH COMPLETED! Australia Women asserted their dominance from the opening day of this Ashes Test at the MCG, dismissing England Women for 170 before reaching 56/1 at stumps, trailing by just 114 runs with nine wickets in hand. After electing to bowl, Australia made an immediate impact, with leg-spinner Alana King claiming 4/45 to spearhead the bowling effort, supported by Kim Garth and Darcie Brown, who took two wickets each. England's Nat Sciver-Brunt and Sophia Dunkley briefly stabilized the innings with a 50-run partnership, but the Australian bowlers ultimately proved too strong. In response, Australia Women's Phoebe Litchfield and Annabel Sutherland guided their team to a solid 56/1, setting the stage for a promising Day 2.

The Aussies continued their dominance on Day 2 of the day-night Test at the MCG, finishing on a commanding 422/5, with a 252-run lead over England Women. Resuming at 56/1, Phoebe Litchfield and Annabel Sutherland started cautiously, before Sutherland and captain Alyssa Healy built a steady 71-run stand. Sutherland then combined with Beth Mooney to add a dominant 154 runs, with Sutherland bringing up her third Test century and first at the MCG. 

England's breakthrough finally came when Ryana MacDonald-Gay bowled Sutherland for 163, but Mooney remained unbeaten on 98, just two runs shy of a century, while Tahlia McGrath provided support. Australia Women's strong batting display has put them in a commanding position, leaving England Women facing a significant challenge to turn the match around.

Day 3 of the Test match witnessed a dramatic turn of events, as Australia Women were bowled out for 440, with Beth Mooney scoring her maiden Test century, before Sophie Ecclestone claimed five wickets to wrap up the innings. England Women began their second innings cautiously, reaching 30/1 at tea, but Australia's spinners, Ash Gardner and Alana King, then took center stage, dismantling the English batting lineup with six wickets in the second session, leaving England reeling at 117/7, still trailing by 153 runs, and on the brink of a crushing defeat.

They finished the game in the final session of Day 3, and completed a well-deserved whitewash. However, the English duo of Lauren Bell and Lauren Filer truly tested the Aussies' patience with a stubborn 68-ball stand that yielded just 14 runs. Bell, in particular, was remarkable, facing 30 deliveries without scoring a single run, a true masterclass in blocking! Ultimately, the Australians' persistence paid off, as they claimed the wicket of Filer to seal the deal and complete a clean sweep of this multi-format series.

Ash Gardner is in for a quick chat. She says that it's a good feeling and this is something she was looking to do the entire test match. She says that Alana King deserves a five-wicket haul for the way she bowled. She explained the final hour as funny as they were trying really hard and both the batters did bat well to survive. In the end, it all turned out well for the side and that is where they want to focus. She says that the team is really happy with this win.

Australia Women's Head Coach, Shelley Nitschke, emphasizes the team’s focus on playing their own game rather than worrying about the scoreline. She highlights their strong application throughout the series and praises their consistent performance. Nitschke expresses immense pride in seeing the young players step up and deliver, showcasing their talent and potential.

Phoebe Litchfield is in for a chat. She expresses her excitement, describing the final hour as an incredible experience. She acknowledges the overwhelming support from Australia and praises the team's aggressive style of play. Litchfield highlights the importance of winning crucial moments in tight matches, which ultimately made the difference. She takes pride in the team's dominant performance, emphasizing the satisfaction of securing a whitewash. Playing outstanding cricket and achieving such a convincing victory, especially on this stage, fills her with immense joy.

Georgia Voll praises the team’s outstanding performance in the series, calling it unbelievable. She acknowledges the challenge of taking the final wicket but describes the experience as incredibly fun. While she wishes she could have batted longer, she expresses excitement about returning to the field. Voll highlights the significance of winning the Ashes 16-0, calling it an amazing achievement.

Stay tuned for the Presentation Ceremony...

Annabel Sutherland is the PLAYER OF THE MATCH for her outstanding knock of 163 runs. She says that it has been a huge win for the side and its always a good feeling to do well for the side in a winning cause. She talks about her partnership with Beth, as they have a very positive bond and they work really well between the wickets. She adds to say congratulations to Alana King, as she has been absolutely brilliant in the series.

Alana King is the PLAYER OF THE SERIES for her 23 wickets. She talks about this game being a good one for the team. She adds that they batted really well and that helped them to get ahead of England. She congratulates the England team for being a good competition. She further thanks the Australian team for letting her play and win for the side. Finally thanks her family for being there on her big day.

England Women’s captain, Heather Knight, congratulates Australia on their outstanding performance, acknowledging that they played exceptional cricket to secure victory. She expresses gratitude to the fans for their support and shares her love for Test cricket. Reflecting on the series, Knight admits it has been a challenging month, with Australia displaying remarkable consistency. She notes that while England showed fight in moments, they struggled to maintain it throughout. She praises Lauren Bell for her outstanding bowling in the Test match and commends the overall effort of the bowling unit, but regrets that the team couldn’t secure a win.

Australia Women’s captain, Alyssa Healy, expresses her gratitude and acknowledges Tahlia McGrath’s leadership in the T20 series, emphasizing the team’s collective effort. She expresses immense pride in the squad, highlighting their ability to step up whenever England threatened a comeback. Healy describes the series as an incredible experience, appreciating the opportunity to play against strong opposition in Australia’s best stadiums with enthusiastic crowds. She acknowledges the support from broadcasters and organizers, recognizing their role in growing the women’s game. She also thanks the fans and her teammates for their dedication and contributions throughout the series.

And that's a wrap from the thrilling Ashes Test, where Australia Women asserted their dominance to complete a resounding clean sweep. The Ashes Trophy has been presented to Australian captain Alyssa Healy, who proudly poses with her team for the celebratory photographs. As the curtains close on this exciting contest, we invite you to stay tuned for more captivating cricketing action from around the world. Simply switch tabs and enjoy our coverage for the other games as well. Until next time, thank you for joining us, and we bid you farewell! Cheers!

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