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Beth Mooney reaches 100-game milestone as cricket eyes Brisbane 2032
Beth Mooney is set to reach 100 one-day internationals when Australia play Bangladesh at Allan Border Field in Brisbane.
She will become the 10th Australian woman to reach the milestone, joining teammates Ellyse Perry and Megan Schutt.
Mooney, who grew up in regional Queensland, is among the world’s leading batters and says she is not thinking about retirement.
Cricket will make its first Olympic appearance at Los Angeles 2028, but its place at the 2032 Brisbane Games is not guaranteed.
The sport must secure a place on Brisbane’s event programme, which is expected to be announced later this year or in early 2027.
A home Olympics could extend the careers of Mooney and other veterans, though she has not said she will still be playing in 2032.
Mackay is being considered as a possible cricket host city if the sport is included.
Beth Mooney is set to become the 10th woman to play 100 one-day internationals when Australia faces Bangladesh at Allan Border Field.
Mooney said the milestone was a chance to reflect on a career that had been challenging and enjoyable.
She said the prospect of a home Olympics could prolong her career and those of other senior players.
Cricket is scheduled to appear at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, but its place at Brisbane 2032 is not guaranteed.
Mackay has been suggested as a possible host for cricket fixtures if the sport is included in the Brisbane Games.
- Who
- Australian cricketer Beth Mooney.
- What
- She is set to reach 100 one-day international appearances.
- When
- Wednesday, during the third ODI against Bangladesh. The article was published on October 13, 2026.
- Where
- Allan Border Field in Albion, Australia.
- Why
- The milestone comes as cricket prepares for future competitions and seeks a place at the Brisbane 2032 Olympics.
This story does not have two clearly opposing sides.
Mooney began her international cricket career.
Mooney is set to reach 100 ODI appearances in Australia’s third match against Bangladesh.
T20 cricket is scheduled to appear at the Los Angeles Olympics.
Brisbane is due to host the Olympics, but cricket’s inclusion has not been confirmed.
- Milestone
- 100 one-day international appearances
- Rank among women to reach 100 ODIs
- 10th
- Published
- October 13, 2026
- Mooney’s age at Brisbane 2032
- 38
- Potential cricket host
- Mackay, with Great Barrier Reef Arena
What people are saying
It’s pretty amazing, and a good opportunity to reflect on what’s been sometimes challenging, but a lot of fun for a period of time in my life
Our main aim in 2032 when cricket is announced as a sport … is cricket is played here
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