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  The 3rd ODI between Australia Women and India Women in the ICC Championship series has cricket fans on the edge of their seats. This highly anticipated clash showcases two world-class teams battling for supremacy in the 50-over format. Here’s a breakdown of the key moments, highlights, and turning points from the game. Pre-Match Build-Up The 3rd ODI carried significant stakes, with both teams eyeing crucial ICC Championship points. Australia, known for their dominance in women’s cricket, aimed to extend their winning streak, while India sought to level the series with a spirited performance. The teams fielded their strongest line-ups, with star players like Ellyse Perry, Alyssa Healy, Harmanpreet Kaur, and Smriti Mandhana taking center stage. The pitch report suggested a batting -friendly surface, promising a high-scoring affair, while overcast conditions hinted at assistance for seamers early on. First Innings: Australia Women Take Charge Australia Women batted first after win...

 Teen sensation Sam Konstas announced himself on the big stage with a blistering 107 off 97 balls for the Prime Minister's XI against a near full-strength Indian bowling attack. The rain-affected pink-ball match at Manuka Oval became a showcase of Konstas' prodigious talent as he smashed 14 boundaries and a towering six in a three-hour masterclass. Originally scheduled as a two-day fixture, rain reduced the game to a 46-over affair. Konstas seized the opportunity, unleashing an array of powerful drives, hooks, and innovative scoops against a formidable Indian attack that only missed pace ace Jasprit Bumrah. The 19-year-old went on the offensive, rocketing from 13 to 76 in just 38 deliveries, hammering seam-bowling debutant Harshit Rana and others to all corners of the ground. His 50 came in style with a towering hook for six, underscoring his ability to dominate world-class bowlers. After India triggered a PM's XI collapse of 5-7, Konstas steadied the innings in partnership...