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Australia start in style with impressive World Cup win against South Africa

Australia start in style with impressive World Cup win against South Africa
BBC Sport Saturday 13 June 2026, 19:55 UTC 1 min read
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Australia started their ICC Women's T20 World Cup with a statement win after they beat South Africa by 65 runs at Old Traford in their opening match of the tournament.

Australia started their ICC Women's T20 World Cup with a statement win after they beat South Africa by 65 runs at Old Traford in their opening match of the tournament.
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