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Australia retain Rose Bowl with 40-run T20 win over New Zealand

Australia secured a commanding 40-run victory over New Zealand in the second Twenty20 International of their three-match series, retaining the Rose Bowl title at North Sydney Oval. The hosts posted a competitive total of 167 for 7, with vice-captain Ashleigh Gardner leading the charge by smashing an unbeaten 84 off just 45 balls.

New Zealand struggled to keep pace, managing only 127 for 8 in their reply, handing Australia a commanding 2-0 series lead ahead of the final match on Thursday.

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