Australia race to paltry target after debutant quick Beardman routs England in first ODI

Debutant Australian fast bowler Mahli Beardman produced a stunning performance to bowl out England for a low total in the first ODI in Perth, handing Australia a comprehensive victory. England struggled despite appearing better prepared, while Australia were without their three frontline fast bowlers. The result came amid off-field controversies surrounding Australian cricket, yet Beardman's debut proved decisive in securing the win.