Australia have blasted out a powerful statement of intent for the women's T20 World Cup, dominating South Africa to win their opening match by 65 runs.
The Aussies made 8-172 off their 20 overs in Manchester on Saturday, a target that always looked too much for South Africa, who were all out for 107, from 16.4 overs.
Georgia Wareham, Australia's player of the match after taking 3-13 and contributing an important batting knock, hailed the Aussie spirit, picking out Phoebe Litchfield, who top-scored with 50, and new captain Sophie Molineux for special accolades.
"With our batting line-up, you know you can play with confidence and freedom. Phoebe was awesome and it was a good all-round performance by the team," she said.
