Australia beat New Zealand by two wickets after a late wobble in women’s T20I opener

The ICC reports Australia won the October 18 opener at North Sydney Oval by two wickets. Ellyse Perry scored 52 off 30 balls and shared an 86-run partnership with Beth Mooney before a late run of wickets tightened the chase. New Zealand made 162 for 2, led by Georgia Plimmer’s unbeaten 85. Australia took a 1-0 lead in the three-match series.