Mahli Beardman takes five wickets as Australia defeats England in Adelaide ODI
Australia beat England by seven wickets in the second one-day international in Adelaide, with debutant Mahli Beardman recording figures of six for 24.
Australia secured a seven-wicket victory over England in the second one-day international at Adelaide, winning by 131 runs after England were bowled out for 131 in 33.4 overs. Debutant fast bowler Mahli Beardman claimed six wickets for 24 runs in 7.4 overs, setting a national record for a debut performance. The English side struggled early, falling to 68 for eight before recovering to a total that proved insufficient against the hosts' bowling attack. Australia were without several of their leading fast bowlers, while England fielded a side that appeared better prepared than in their previous encounter.
"Beardman's speed and accuracy were outstanding on debut," a team spokesperson said.
England's loss follows a previous defeat in the series, leaving them trailing 1-0.