Australia’s Beth Mooney once again delivered on the biggest stage, producing a match-winning performance to guide her team to a dominant seven-wicket victory over England in the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 Final at Lord’s.
The Australian star played a pivotal role in her team’s historic seventh Women’s T20 World Cup triumph, earning the prestigious Aramco Player of the Tournament award.
After Australia’s disciplined bowling attack restricted England to 150/4, Mooney anchored the chase with a composed 64 off 49 deliveries, striking 10 boundaries as Australia comfortably reached 153/3 in 17.1 overs. The victory secured Australia’s record-extending seventh Women’s T20 World Cup title and marked their return to the top of T20 cricket after three years.
For her outstanding innings,
Mooney was named the Aramco Player of the Match. Her remarkable consistency throughout the tournament also earned her the prestigious Aramco Player of the Tournament award—the second time she has claimed the honour after first winning it during Australia’s triumphant 2020 campaign.
The 32-year-old finished the tournament with 238 runs in seven matches at an impressive average of 47.60, ending as the competition’s second-highest run scorer behind England’s Danni Wyatt-Hodge. In addition to her batting brilliance, Mooney also contributed with the gloves, taking five catches as wicketkeeper.
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Speaking after Australia’s title-winning triumph, Mooney praised the collective effort that carried the team back to world champions.
“This has been on the calendar for a little while for us”
It’s just nice to be part of the squad first and foremost and have a role to play, opening the batting and wicket-keeping.
She highlighted the team’s growth over the past year and the belief that developed within the squad.
- “There’s been a lot of evolution in this group in the last 12 months, a lot of growth, and some fun times as well.
- “It’s really nice that we’ve capped it off with this today.”
- Mooney also credited her teammates and support staff for creating an environment where every player could perform with confidence.
“We’ve been playing with conviction”
Freedom and bravery while backing each other. Our coaching staff and support staff have been amazing, and having a full squad available for a big final made a huge difference.
She also acknowledged the travelling Australian supporters who backed the team throughout the tournament.
“We’ve been on the road for five and a half weeks, and plenty of people have come halfway across the world to support us. We’ve definitely felt the love here in England.”
Australia captain Sophie Molineux reserved special praise for Mooney, describing her as the backbone of Australia’s batting lineup and one of the smartest cricketers she has ever played alongside.
“Moons is incredible. She’s built for finals. She is so incredibly consistent, and I think her game has gotten even better over the last few months.”
“She plays with freedom but is probably the smartest cricketer I’ve ever played with. The way she reads situations, builds an innings and then shifts gears is remarkable.”
Molineux also highlighted Mooney’s influence beyond her performances.
“She’s a leader in this group. Everyone listens when she speaks. She’s the backbone of our batting unit, and her work behind the stumps today was simply outstanding.”
Mooney’s latest masterclass also etched her name further into cricket history.
It was the third time she has scored a half-century in a Women’s T20 World Cup final, having also produced match-winning fifties in the 2020 and 2023 finals.
Australia’s successful chase of 153 became the highest successful run chase in the history of a Women’s T20 World Cup final, underlining another unforgettable chapter in the nation’s dominance of world cricket.
With seven Women’s T20 World Cup titles and seven Women’s ODI World Cup crowns, Australia continue to set the benchmark in international women’s cricket—and once again, Beth Mooney stood at the heart of their success
