Australia Women (AUS-W) secured a commanding eight-wicket victory over India Women (IND-W) in the first ODI of the three-match series on September 14, 2025, at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in New Chandigarh. With the series scoreline at 1-0 in favor of Australia, the two teams will clash again at the same venue on Wednesday, September 17. India, led by Harmanpreet Kaur, will look to address their batting, bowling, and fielding shortcomings to challenge Alyssa Healy’s formidable side, as both teams gear up for the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025.
In the first ODI, India won the toss and opted to bat, posting 281/7 in their 50 overs. Contributions from Pratika Rawal (64), Smriti Mandhana (58), and Harleen Deol (54) provided a solid foundation, but the middle order’s inability to capitalize resulted in a below-par total. Australia’s Megan Schutt led the bowling with two wickets. In response, Australia chased the target in just 44.1 overs, powered by Phoebe Litchfield’s explosive 88, Beth Mooney’s unbeaten 77, and Annabel Sutherland’s 54. India’s bowlers struggled, with only Sneh Rana taking a wicket, while four dropped catches in the field further tilted the game in Australia’s favor.
IND-W vs AUS-W Match Details
| Match | India Women vs Australia Women, 2nd ODI, Australia Women tour of India 2025 |
| Venue | Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, New Chandigarh |
| Date & Time | Wednesday, September 17, 1:30 PM (IST) |
| Broadcast and Live-Streaming | Star Sports Network Channels and JioHotstar (app & website) |
Pitch Report
The pitch at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium is known for its batting-friendly characteristics, offering good pace and bounce that allow batters to play their shots freely. The relatively short boundaries increase the likelihood of high-scoring encounters. Pacers may find some movement with the new ball, while spinners are expected to play a significant role as the match progresses, especially in the middle overs. The team batting first could benefit from setting a challenging total on this surface.
IND-W vs AUS-W Head-to-Head Record
| Matches Played | IND-W Won | AUS-W Won | Tied / No Results | First Fixture | Most Recent Fixture |
| 57 | 10 | 47 | 0 | January 08, 1978 | September 14, 2025 |
Australia’s dominance is evident in their 47 wins compared to India’s 10 in 57 encounters. This historical edge, combined with their familiarity with Indian conditions through the Women’s Premier League (WPL), makes Australia a tough opponent.
IND-W vs AUS-W Predicted Playing XIs
India Women (IND-W): Pratika Rawal, Smriti Mandhana, Harleen Deol, Harmanpreet Kaur (c), Jemimah Rodrigues, Richa Ghosh (wk), Deepti Sharma, Sneh Rana, Radha Yadav, Shree Charani, Kranti Goud
Australia Women (AUS-W): Alyssa Healy (c & wk), Phoebe Litchfield, Ellyse Perry (if fit), Beth Mooney, Annabel Sutherland, Ashleigh Gardner, Tahlia McGrath, Georgia Wareham, Alana King, Kim Garth, Megan Schutt
Probable Top Performers from IND-W vs AUS-W
Probable Best Batter: Smriti Mandhana
India’s vice-captain Smriti Mandhana is likely to be the standout batter in the second ODI. Her elegant 58 in the first match showcased her ability to anchor the innings and take on the Australian bowlers. With a strong opening partnership alongside Pratika Rawal, Mandhana will aim to convert her start into a big score, setting a solid platform for India’s middle order.
Probable Best Bowler: Megan Schutt
Australia’s experienced pacer Megan Schutt is expected to lead the bowling attack again. In the first ODI, she claimed two crucial wickets, maintaining tight lines and exploiting early movement. Her ability to strike early and control the run rate makes her a key threat to India’s batting lineup.
Today’s Match Prediction: Team batting first to win the match
Given the batting-friendly pitch and Australia’s superior form, the team setting a target is likely to hold the advantage. Australia’s depth in batting and bowling makes them favorites, but India’s home advantage and desperation to level the series could lead to a spirited performance. However, Australia’s clinical execution gives them the edge.
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