Rachael Haynes rescues Australia after huge scare against Sri Lanka

It was nervous, it was unconvincing, and it was a victory that Australia desperately needed after falling to India three days earlier. The five-wicket win over Sri Lanka at the Waca Ground kept the host nation’s hopes alive, but there promises to be some soul-searching within the Australian camp as they prepare for their match against Bangladesh later this week.

Rachael Haynes proved the difference in the end, with a smart 60 from 47 balls. Her partnership with Meg Lanning settled the hosts after three quick wickets left them reeling at 10-3 inside four overs, conjuring up memories of the tournament opener in Sydney.

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