AUS vs ENG [WATCH]: Phoebe Litchfield makes incredible catch to sack Danni Wyatt-Hodge | Women’s Ashes 2025, 3rd ODI
A moment of pure brilliance illuminated the third Women’s Ashes 2025 GO between Australia and England as Phoebe Litchfield pulled off an outstanding catch to dismiss the dangerous Danni Wyatt-Hodge.
Sensational catch by Phoebe Litchfield to dismiss Danni Wyatt-Hodge
Chasing a challenging target, England were cruising thanks to Wyatt-Hodge’s fluent 35 off 32 balls when Alana King he delivered a teasing ball, on the fifth ball of the 37th over, eliciting an aggressive shot. Wyatt-Hodge, in fine form, aimed to kick the ball inside over extra cover, but what followed was a spectacle of athleticism and skill.
Litchfield, positioned in the extra cover, immediately anticipated the trajectory and rushed back, eyes on the ball. As he descended, she dived at full stretch, both arms outstretched, completing a stunning grab with both hands just inches off the ground. The effort left spectators in awe, as it wasn’t just a catch – it was a game-defining moment. The firing didn’t just end the successful partnership between Nat Sciver-Brunt and Wyatt-Hodge, but also confirmed Litchfield’s reputation as one of the sharpest players in the field. Australia, under pressure, once again showed their ability to turn games around with brilliant play, and Litchfield’s superb effort epitomized their unyielding determination.
Here is the video:
Flying Phoebe! ✈️
Danni Wyatt-Hodge was stunningly dismissed by Litchfield #Ash pic.twitter.com/AzSAt9W9y9
— cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) January 17, 2025
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Australia Women beat England 3-0 in Women’s Ashes 2025
In command view, Australia beat England by 86 runs in the third ODI in Hobart, completing a 3-0 win in the Women’s Ashes series. Batting first, Australia recovered from early setbacks to post an impressive 308/8, thanks to Ashleigh Gardnerbrilliant century (102 off 102 balls) i Tahlia McGrath‘s rapid 55 off 45 delivery. Georgia Wareham provided late fireworks with an unbeaten 38 off just 12 balls.
England’s chase faltered early, with Megan Schutt (3/57) i Georgia Wareham (2/27) dismantling of the upper row. Despite the struggle of half a century since Tammy Beaumont (54) and Sciver-Brunt (61), England slumped to 222 all out in 42.2 overs. Alana King came up with a brilliant 5/46, sealing victory for Australia. A dominant performance underlined Australia’s supremacy in women’s cricket as they secured the Ashes with a clean sweep, maintaining their unbeaten run in the ODI leg of the series.
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This article was first published on WomenCricket.comand Cricket times company.
