Megan Schutt reaches 150 ODI wickets, third Australian to hit the mark
Synopsis
Megan Schutt dismissed Fargana Hoque on the first ball of the series and then Sarmin Sultana in the third over to complete 150 ODI wickets — becoming only the third Australian after Cathryn Fitzpatrick and Ellyse Perry to reach the mark, and the 12th player globally in women's ODI history to do so.
Key Takeaways
Megan Schutt completed 150 ODI wickets on 9 October 2026 at the Allan Border Field, Brisbane .
She is the third Australian to reach the milestone, after Cathryn Fitzpatrick ( 180 ) and Ellyse Perry ( 166 ).
Schutt is now the 12th player overall in women's ODI cricket to claim 150 wickets ; the list is led by Jhulan Goswami with 255 wickets .
She took the wickets of Fargana Hoque (ball 1) and Sarmin Sultana (over 3) to complete the feat.
Annabel Sutherland took four wickets as Bangladesh were bowled out for 166 in the first ODI.
Australia fast bowler Megan Schutt etched her name into women's cricket history on Friday, 9 October 2026, becoming just the third Australian to complete 150 wickets in ODI cricket — a milestone achieved during the opening match of a three-match series against Bangladesh Women at the Allan Border Field in Brisbane.
The 33-year-old pacer needed two wickets heading into the fixture and delivered the milestone in the third over of Bangladesh's innings, joining an elite list that includes only Ellyse Perry (166 wickets) and the great Cathryn Fitzpatrick (180 wickets) among Australians.
How the milestone unfolded
Schutt wasted no time, dismissing Fargana Hoque off the very first ball of the series after Australia opted to bowl first. She produced a delivery from back of a length that jagged in off the pitch, took the outside edge, and Phoebe Litchfield pouched a routine catch at first slip.
The history-making 150th wicket arrived in the third over when Schutt pitched it fuller to Sarmin Sultana, the ball swinging in to beat the batter's attempted flick and strike the pads — the umpire had no hesitation raising the finger.
Where Schutt stands in the all-time rankings
Schutt is now the 12th player overall to reach 150 ODI wickets in women's cricket. The all-time list is led by India legend Jhulan Goswami, whose 255 wickets remain the benchmark for the format. Among Australians, Fitzpatrick leads with 180 scalps, while Perry sits second on 166. Notably, Schutt's achievement reflects a rare combination of pace, longevity, and consistency across ODI campaigns stretching over a decade.
Bangladesh bowled out for 166
Australia's bowlers collectively dominated the Bangladesh innings, dismissing the visitors for 166. Annabel Sutherland was the standout with four wickets, while Ashleigh Gardner, vice-captain Tahlia McGrath, and Georgia Wareham each chipped in with a wicket. For Bangladesh, Ritu Moni, batting at No. 7, was the lone bright spot with a top score of 45 — the only individual score above 30 in the Bangladeshi batting order.
What this milestone means
Schutt's achievement underlines the depth of talent in Australian women's cricket over generations, with Fitzpatrick and Perry having set formidable benchmarks before her. This comes amid a period of considerable growth in women's ODI cricket globally, with more teams, more series, and increasing broadcast reach amplifying individual milestones. Schutt's place in the top 12 all-time across all nations further cements her legacy as one of Australia's finest ODI bowlers. The remaining two matches of the series against Bangladesh will provide her the platform to push further up that historic list.
Point of View
Still topped by Jhulan Goswami's 255, shows how far even Schutt sits from the absolute summit. With Australia's scheduling depth and Schutt's continued fitness, the question is not whether she surpasses Perry, but whether she can eventually challenge Fitzpatrick's 180.
NationPress
9 Oct 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
How many ODI wickets does Megan Schutt have?
Megan Schutt completed 150 wickets in women's ODI cricket on 9 October 2026 during Australia's first ODI against Bangladesh at the Allan Border Field in Brisbane. She is the 12th player overall in the format to reach this mark.
Who are the Australians with 150-plus ODI wickets in women's cricket?
Only three Australians have taken 150 or more wickets in women's ODIs: Cathryn Fitzpatrick leads with 180, Ellyse Perry is second with 166, and Megan Schutt has now joined them with 150.
Who leads the all-time women's ODI wickets list?
India legend Jhulan Goswami leads the all-time women's ODI wicket-takers list with 255 wickets. Among Australians, Cathryn Fitzpatrick is the leading wicket-taker with 180 scalps.
How did Schutt take her 149th and 150th wickets?
Schutt dismissed Fargana Hoque on the very first ball of the series — a back-of-a-length delivery that jagged in, took the edge, and was caught by Phoebe Litchfield at first slip. She then claimed her 150th wicket in the third over, trapping Sarmin Sultana lbw with a fuller, swinging delivery.
What was the result of the Australia vs Bangladesh first women's ODI?
Bangladesh were bowled out for 166 in the first ODI at Brisbane, with Annabel Sutherland taking four wickets and Gardner, McGrath, and Wareham claiming one each. Ritu Moni top-scored for Bangladesh with 45, the only individual score above 30 in their innings.
