Sun Dec 08 11:50:00 UTC 2024: ## Australia Thumps India in Women’s ODI Series Opener
**Sydney, Australia:** Australia has taken a commanding 1-0 lead in the three-match Women’s ODI series against India after a resounding victory in the first match. India, batting first, was bowled out for a paltry 100 runs. Georgia Wareham (46) and Phoebe Litchfield (35) led Australia’s chase, reaching the target in just 16.2 overs. For India, Renuka Thakur Singh took 3 wickets and Priya Punia took 2, but it wasn’t enough to prevent the collapse. Megan Schutt was named Player of the Match for her impressive 5-wicket haul. The remaining two ODIs will determine the final outcome of the series.
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