Australia Women vs Netherlands Women, Match 14 Match Summary

David vs Goliath - Six-time champions against first-timers. Australia against the Netherlands. At the Hampshire Bowl in Southampton, it is a meeting of the most successful side in the tournament's history and a team making its first appearance on this stage. On paper, this is one of the most lopsided matchups of the tournament, but that is precisely what makes it special. It is a reflection of how far the women's game has come that a nation still finding its feet on the global stage gets to share the same stage as the most decorated side in its history. Australia mean business - No longer the holders of either the ODI World Cup or the T20 World Cup, the Sophie Molineux-led unit has made an early statement about their intent to reclaim the crown. That was particularly evident in their opening win over South Africa, the very side that knocked them out in the semifinals of the previous edition. Australia's first two games have come at different venues, and having made the trip from Leeds to Southampton, they will now head back to Leeds before taking on Pakistan in what has been a hectic travel schedule. Depth on display - The batting unit did not have much to do against Bangladesh, with only 78 to chase, but it was tested against South Africa. On that occasion, their depth came to the fore as contributions from different batters helped pull them out of trouble, with Phoebe Litchfield standing out. Talking of Litchfield, she missed the Bangladesh game due to a quad issue and is expected to sit out at least two more matches before a potential return for the final group-stage fixture against India. Bowling riches - With the ball, Sophie Molineux and Georgia Wareham have led the way so far, though the Aussies have also benefited from contributions across the bowling unit. Ashleigh Gardner missed the previous game with a sprained ankle, and while she could be available for selection, Australia may err on the side of caution given the tougher assignments that lie ahead. An occasion to remember - The Dutch faced the ODI champions, India, in their previous game, and now come up against arguably an even sterner challenge in Australia. It is a chance to test themselves against the very best and create memories that could inspire the next generation back home. With many of their players balancing cricket with careers outside the sport, opportunities to face a side of Australia's stature do not come around often. The batting challenge - The only Dutch fifty of the tournament so far has come from skipper Babette de Leede, but if they are to put up a strong showing with the bat, they will need contributions from the likes of Heather Siegers, Phebe Molkenboer and Sterre Kalis. Kalis was the Netherlands' leading run-scorer in the Global Qualifier and also brings valuable experience from her time in The Women's Hundred. A work in progress - On the bowling front, the Netherlands have shown plenty of promise. They pushed Bangladesh and also had their moments against India. Fielding is one area they will be keen to improve, and against a side as ruthless as Australia, they can ill afford to offer extra opportunities. Team form (Last 5 completed T20Is, recent first) - AUS-W - WWWWW | NED-W - LLLLW. What to expect? In the first three games at Southampton, all were won by the side chasing. The hybrid surfaces have offered something for everyone, reflected in the wicket split of 14 for the pacers and 16 for the spinners. There could be a bit of rain around early in the morning, which may provide the seamers with some assistance up front.