Netball

England beats Australia in Netball World Cup thriller

August 4, 2023 4:27 am

[Source: The Guardian]

England held their nerve to earn a stunning win over Australia for the first time at a Netball World Cup and finish top of Group F in South Africa.

England overturned an eight-goal third-quarter deficit to win 56-55 in front of a thrilled crowd.

It is only the second time the Roses have beaten Australia since their Commonwealth Games triumph in 2018.

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England will face New Zealand in the first semi-final tomorrow at 9pm while Australia will play Jamaica on Sunday morning at 2.

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