Australia race to paltry target after debutant quick Beardman routs England in first ODI
According to The Guardian, Australia defeated England by seven wickets in the first men's ODI in Perth. Mahli Beardman, the 21-year-old Australian making his ODI debut, delivered a stunning performance by taking 6 wickets for 24 runs, setting a new national record for a debutant. England struggled significantly, being bowled out for 131 runs in just 33.4 overs, with Gus Atkinson top-scoring with 29. Australia, led by Mitch Marsh, chased down the target with 165 balls to spare, securing a comprehensive victory.

