We're reaching the closing stages of the Asia Cup on the men's side but this weekend brings a big match in the women's game.
India and Australia head into the ODI series decider with the scoreline locked at 1-1. Smriti Mandhana’s brilliant 117 and Kranti Gaud’s three-wicket haul powered India to a record 102-run win in the second ODI, ending a 17-year wait for a home victory over Australia.
The result not only levelled the series but also handed the visitors their heaviest defeat in women’s ODIs. As the teams gear up for the third ODI, momentum is firmly with the hosts, who will look to carry their confidence into the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 starting later this month.
Head-to-head record: India vs Australia Women in ODIs
India Women and Australia Women have faced each other 58 times in ODIs. Australia have dominated the rivalry with 47 wins, while India have managed to win only 11 matches.
- Total matches: 58
- India women wins: 11
- Australia women wins: 47
- Tied/No result: 0
Top players to watch: Batters & Bowlers
Batters to watch
Smriti Mandhana (IND-W): The opener is in red-hot form after blasting 117 off 91 balls in the second ODI. Her aggressive strokeplay at the top makes her India’s biggest threat in the decider.
Ellyse Perry (AUS-W): The experienced all-rounder was one of the few positives in the heavy defeat, scoring a steady 44. Her consistency and composure will be crucial for Australia in a must-win clash.
Bowlers to watch
Kranti Gaud (IND-W): The young pacer has quickly become a key weapon, picking up 3/29 in the last game, including the prized wicket of Alyssa Healy. Her ability to strike early could tilt the balance.
Darcie Brown (AUS-W): The pacer showed her wicket-taking ability with 3/42 in the second ODI. She remains Australia’s best bet to dismantle India’s strong top order.
IND-W vs. AUS-W betting odds & predictions: Who has the edge?
Australia remain the favourites heading into the series decider, priced at 1.38 by Dafabet. India, supported by their historic 102-run victory in the second ODI, are outsiders at 2.90.
Odds* (click here to bet) | |
India - W | 2.90 |
Australia - W | 1.38 |
*odds are correct at the time of publish
TSN’s Top 3 Predictions:
- Match Winner – Australia Women (1.38)
- Smriti Mandhana to score 50+ runs
- Ashleigh Gardner to take 2+ wickets
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India vs Australia Women: Expected playing XIs and team news
India Women Team News
India enter the decider with renewed confidence after ending an 18-year wait for a home win over Australia in ODIs. Smriti Mandhana’s sublime century and Kranti Gaud’s incisive bowling were standout performances.
The team looks well-settled, with Deepti Sharma contributing in both departments and Renuka Singh providing new-ball breakthroughs. No injury concerns have been reported, so an unchanged XI is likely as India aim to clinch the series ahead of the World Cup.
India Women (predicted playing XI): Pratika Rawal, Smriti Mandhana, Harleen Deol, Harmanpreet Kaur (c), Jemimah Rodrigues, Richa Ghosh (wk), Radha Yadav, Deepti Sharma, Renuka Singh, Kranti Gour, N Charani
Australia Women Team News
Australia will hope for the return of opener Phoebe Litchfield, who missed the last game with a quad strain. Her absence was felt at the top of the order. If she’s fit, Georgia Voll is expected to make way.
Alyssa Healy’s side will look for stronger contributions from the middle order after struggling in the chase at New Chandigarh. On the bowling front, Ash Gardner and Darcie Brown were effective, but support from the rest of the attack will be vital to bounce back in Delhi.
Australia Women (predicted playing XI): Phoebe Litchfield, Alyssa Healy (c & wk), Ellyse Perry, Beth Mooney, Annabel Sutherland, Ash Gardner, Tahlia McGrath, Georgia Wareham, Alana King, Kim Garth, Megan Schutt
IND-W vs. AUS-W live scorecard: 3rd ODI
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Where to watch IND-W vs. AUS-W 3rd ODI in India
- Venue: Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium, Delhi
- Date & Time (IST): Saturday, September 20, 1:30 p.m
- Live Telecast & Streaming Details: Star Sports Network
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