Australia Women vs India Women 1st ODI 2026 started with high expectations. India, the reigning ODI World Cup champions from November 2025, arrived in Australia full of confidence after winning the T20I series 2-1. But on February 24, 2026, at Allan Border Field in Brisbane, the hosts showed exactly why they remain the team to beat in women’s cricket at home.
Australia chased down 215 with six wickets and 70 balls to spare. Beth Mooney played the innings of the day with an unbeaten 76 off 79 balls, while captain Alyssa Healy scored a gritty 50 in what felt like a special farewell moment at her favourite ground. Ashleigh Gardner’s 3 for 33 with the ball ripped through India’s middle order. The result? Australia lead the ODI series 1-0 and the multi-format series is now locked at 4-4.
If you are an Australian fan, this was pure joy – a clinical performance that extended Australia’s unbelievable 21-0 record at Allan Border Field across all formats. If you are an Indian supporter, the early collapse and Harmanpreet Kaur’s knee injury will sting, but the fight shown by Smriti Mandhana and young Kashvee Gautam gives hope for the next two ODIs.
This Australia Women vs India Women 1st ODI 2026 match report brings you everything: ball-by-ball story, full scorecards in tables, player stats, tactical breakdown, captain quotes, injury update and what it means for the series. Let’s dive in.
1. Introduction & Match Summary
Australia Women vs India Women 1st ODI 2026 will be remembered as the day Australia reminded everyone they are still the benchmark in white-ball cricket at home. India won the toss and chose to bat first under cloudy skies. Many expected the extra bounce at Allan Border Field to help the batters once they settled. Instead, it became a nightmare for India’s top order.
Pratika Rawal walked in for her first ODI since the World Cup injury and lasted just two balls – lbw to Megan Schutt for a golden duck. Shafali Verma and Jemimah Rodrigues fell cheaply too. India were 52 for 3 inside 12 overs. Smriti Mandhana (58 off 68) and Harmanpreet Kaur (53 off 84) steadied the ship with a 48-run stand, but once Mandhana holed out, the innings lost direction.
Kashvee Gautam, playing her first ODI in Australia, smashed 43 off 44 balls with three sixes to give India some respectability. Yet the total of 214 in 48.3 overs felt 40-50 runs short on this ground.
Australia’s chase started smoothly. Healy and Phoebe Litchfield put on 55 for the first wicket. Then left-arm spinner Shree Charani produced a magical first over – stumping Litchfield and trapping Georgia Voll for a duck on the next ball. Australia were 55 for 2, but Healy and Mooney calmly added 64 runs. Healy brought up her fifty before falling to a stunning catch by Jemimah Rodrigues.
Mooney then took control. She reached her own half-century with a six and shared an unbeaten 85-run stand with Annabel Sutherland (48* off 44). A dropped catch by Kashvee Gautam on Sutherland gave Australia a small scare, but nothing more. Sutherland sealed the win with a six in the 39th over. Australia finished at 217 for 4 in just 38.2 overs.
Player of the Match: Beth Mooney
“Came in after a couple of quick wickets… we weren’t too unhappy when they batted first. Tough wicket but if you give yourself time, you get the reward,” she said after the game.
Key numbers from Australia Women vs India Women 1st ODI 2026
- India: 214 all out (48.3 overs)
- Australia: 217/4 (38.2 overs)
- Win margin: 6 wickets, 70 balls remaining
- Venue record: Australia now 21-0 at Allan Border Field
This victory was special for many reasons. Australia were without Ellyse Perry and Kim Garth (both quad injuries). Megan Schutt came in as a late replacement and struck immediately. Healy played her final international match at this venue. And Mooney crossed 3,000 ODI career runs during her knock – joining an elite list of Australian greats.
For Indian fans, the disappointment is real. This was their first ODI since lifting the World Cup trophy. The batting looked rusty against the extra bounce and accurate bowling. Harmanpreet Kaur also picked up a left-knee injury while batting and could not take the field – Smriti Mandhana captained in her absence.
Yet there were positives. Mandhana looked in excellent touch. Kashvee Gautam announced herself with a fearless innings. Shree Charani showed she can trouble even the best batters. India will take those lessons to Hobart for the second ODI on February 27.
Australian fans are already buzzing. The bounce-back after the T20I loss was clinical. The bowling attack – six different bowlers took wickets – showed incredible depth. The fielding was sharp. Everything clicked.
The Allan Border Field pitch offered extra bounce early and grip for spinners later. Teams batting second have historically done well here, and Australia proved it again.
Broadcast in India was on JioHotstar and Star Sports Network. Fans in Australia watched on Seven, 7Plus, Kayo Sports and listened on ABC Radio.
As the sun set over Brisbane, the message was clear: Australia at home in ODIs are still the team to beat. But India, as World Champions, have the talent to fight back. The series is wide open.
Full Match Summary Table
| Team | Score | Overs | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| India Women | 214 all out | 48.3 | – |
| Australia Women | 217/4 | 38.2 | Won by 6 wickets (70 balls left) |
Powerplay Comparison
| Phase | India Runs/Wkts | Australia Runs/Wkts |
|---|---|---|
| Powerplay 1 (0-10) | 47/2 | 55/0 |
This Australia Women vs India Women 1st ODI 2026 was a statement win. Now let’s go deeper into how it unfolded.
2. Pre-Match Build-Up, Toss & Team News
The build-up to Australia Women vs India Women 1st ODI 2026 was electric. India had just beaten Australia 2-1 in the T20Is, taking a 4-2 lead in the multi-format series. Australian fans were eager for revenge in the longer format where they traditionally dominate.
Team news dropped a bombshell. Ellyse Perry and Kim Garth were ruled out with quad strains. Perry’s absence was huge – she is one of the greatest all-rounders in the game. Megan Schutt returned as a late inclusion. Beth Mooney took the gloves full-time with Healy in the field for what was described as her farewell series.
India named an unchanged side from the T20Is except for Pratika Rawal coming back from ankle injury. Shafali Verma moved to No.3. Harmanpreet Kaur won the toss for the fourth straight time and chose to bat first. Many experts felt it was risky under overcast skies, but Harmanpreet backed her batters.
“Allan Border Field is a special place for us,” Healy said at the toss. “We love playing ODIs here.”
Indian fans were confident after the World Cup win and T20 series victory. “We have the momentum,” many said on social media. Australian fans replied: “Wait till you face our attack on our pitches.”
The venue guide: Allan Border Field, Brisbane. Capacity 4,500. Hosts Queensland. Ends: Crosby Road End, Albion Park End. Known for true bounce and good carry.
Umpires: Kim Cotton and Shawn Craig on field, Claire Polosak third, Kent Hannam referee.
This match carried extra weight. It was India’s first ODI since their unforgettable World Cup triumph. For Australia, it was about proving they could win without their two biggest stars.
3. India’s Batting Innings: Early Collapse & Late Resistance
India’s batting innings in Australia Women vs India Women 1st ODI 2026 started in the worst possible way.
Over 0.2: Megan Schutt swung one back sharply. Pratika Rawal, on her comeback, was trapped plumb in front. India 0/1. The review was taken but umpire’s call stood. Golden duck on return.
Smriti Mandhana and Shafali Verma tried to rebuild. But Darcie Brown bowled with good pace and bounce. Shafali managed just 4 runs off 17 balls before a leading edge was caught and bowled in the 8th over. India 25/2.
Jemimah Rodrigues joined Mandhana. The pair added 27 runs, but Ashleigh Gardner struck in the 12th over. Rodrigues edged one to Beth Mooney behind the stumps. India 52/3 in 11.2 overs.
Mandhana looked superb. She drove elegantly and reached her fifty off 56 balls with seven fours. She and Harmanpreet added 48 crucial runs for the fourth wicket. India crossed 100 in the 23rd over.
But Tahlia McGrath got the big wicket. Mandhana swept a ball aerially and found Alana King at deep backward square. 100/4. The scoring rate dropped.
Deepti Sharma lasted only four balls – caught off Alana King. India 103/5.
Richa Ghosh and Harmanpreet tried to steady. Ghosh made 23 before Sophie Molineux had her caught at cover. India 140/6 in 33.1 overs.
Harmanpreet was battling a knee issue. She received treatment but continued. She reached her fifty off 79 balls – a gritty captain’s knock.
Then Kashvee Gautam exploded. The young all-rounder hit three sixes and three fours in her 43 off 44 balls. She and Harmanpreet added 53 for the seventh wicket. India looked like they might reach 240+.
But Gardner returned and had Harmanpreet caught at long-on for 53. 193/7.
Kranti Gaud survived a bizarre moment in the 45th over – her bat got stuck in the turf while turning for a non-existent run. She survived but fell next over. Shree Charani was caught soon after.
The final wicket was dramatic. Gardner’s direct hit from mid-off ran out Kashvee Gautam who was short of her ground. India all out for 214 in 48.3 overs.
India Batting Scorecard Table
| Batter | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pratika Rawal | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Smriti Mandhana | 58 | 68 | 7 | 0 | 85.29 |
| Shafali Verma | 4 | 17 | 0 | 0 | 23.53 |
| Jemimah Rodrigues | 8 | 13 | 1 | 0 | 61.54 |
| Harmanpreet Kaur (c) | 53 | 84 | 3 | 0 | 63.10 |
| Deepti Sharma | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 50.00 |
| Richa Ghosh (wk) | 23 | 38 | 2 | 0 | 60.53 |
| Kashvee Gautam | 43 | 44 | 3 | 3 | 97.73 |
| Kranti Gaud | 2 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 20.00 |
| Shree Charani | 2 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 28.57 |
| Renuka Singh Thakur | 0* | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Extras | 19 | ||||
| Total | 214 | 48.3 | 16 | 3 | 4.41 |
Fall of Wickets Table
| Wkt | Score | Over | Batsman |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 0.2 | Pratika Rawal |
| 2 | 25 | 7.4 | Shafali Verma |
| 3 | 52 | 11.2 | Jemimah Rodrigues |
| 4 | 100 | 23.2 | Smriti Mandhana |
| 5 | 103 | 24.1 | Deepti Sharma |
| 6 | 140 | 33.1 | Richa Ghosh |
| 7 | 193 | 43.2 | Harmanpreet Kaur |
| 8 | 196 | 45.1 | Kranti Gaud |
| 9 | 203 | 46.5 | Shree Charani |
| 10 | 214 | 48.3 | Kashvee Gautam |
Partnerships Table
| Wkt | Partners | Runs | Balls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rawal-Mandhana | 0 | 2 |
| 2 | Mandhana-Verma | 25 | 44 |
| 3 | Mandhana-Rodrigues | 27 | 22 |
| 4 | Mandhana-Harmanpreet | 48 | 72 |
| 5 | Harmanpreet-Deepti | 3 | 5 |
| 6 | Harmanpreet-Ghosh | 37 | 54 |
| 7 | Harmanpreet-Gautam | 53 | 61 |
| 8 | Gautam-Gaud | 3 | 11 |
| 9 | Gautam-Charani | 7 | 10 |
| 10 | Gautam-Renuka | 11 | 10 |
Indian fans felt the pain of the top-order collapse. But the lower-order fight – especially Gautam’s sixes – showed character. Harmanpreet’s 53 while injured was brave. Smriti’s 58 kept hopes alive for a while.
4. Australia’s Bowling Masterclass That Destroyed India
Australia’s bowlers were brilliant from ball one. Megan Schutt set the tone with the golden duck. Darcie Brown and Annabel Sutherland kept it tight. Ashleigh Gardner was the star – 3 for 33 in 7 overs, getting turn and bounce.
Alana King and Sophie Molineux controlled the middle overs. Tahlia McGrath picked the key wicket of Mandhana.
Australia Bowling Figures Table
| Bowler | Overs | Maidens | Runs | Wickets | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Megan Schutt | 9 | 1 | 42 | 2 | 4.67 |
| Darcie Brown | 5 | 0 | 24 | 1 | 4.80 |
| Annabel Sutherland | 8.3 | 1 | 32 | 0 | 3.76 |
| Ashleigh Gardner | 7 | 0 | 33 | 3 | 4.71 |
| Alana King | 10 | 0 | 43 | 1 | 4.30 |
| Tahlia McGrath | 4 | 0 | 16 | 1 | 4.00 |
| Sophie Molineux | 5 | 1 | 17 | 1 | 3.40 |
Gardner’s variations, King’s googly and Schutt’s swing made life miserable for India. Only 16 fours and 3 sixes in the entire innings tell the story of how well Australia bowled.
5. Australia’s Clinical Chase: Healy & Mooney Seal the Deal
Australia’s chase in Australia Women vs India Women 1st ODI 2026 was textbook.
Renuka Singh and Kranti Gaud opened well but Healy drove the first ball for four. The openers added 55 in 10.3 overs.
Then Shree Charani struck twice in one over – Litchfield stumped, Voll caught at cover. 55/2.
Healy and Mooney added 64 calm runs. Healy reached 50 off 69 balls. Rodrigues took a leaping catch at backward point to dismiss her. 119/3.
Mooney and Sutherland took the game away. Mooney hit her fifty with a six. Sutherland smashed boundaries. A dropped catch on Sutherland at deep mid-wicket gave India one last hope, but it was too late.
Sutherland finished the game with a six in the 39th over. Australia won with ease.
Australia Batting Scorecard Table
| Batter | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alyssa Healy (c) | 50 | 70 | 4 | 0 | 71.43 |
| Phoebe Litchfield | 32 | 32 | 6 | 0 | 100.00 |
| Georgia Voll | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Beth Mooney (wk) | 76 | 79 | 5 | 2 | 96.20 |
| Annabel Sutherland | 48* | 44 | 4 | 1 | 109.09 |
| Ashleigh Gardner | 5* | 4 | 0 | 0 | 125.00 |
| Extras | 6 | ||||
| Total | 217 | 38.2 | 19 | 3 | 5.66 |
Fall of Wickets Table (Australia Chase)
| Wkt | Score | Over | Batsman |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 55 | 10.3 | Phoebe Litchfield |
| 2 | 55 | 10.4 | Georgia Voll |
| 3 | 119 | 23.3 | Alyssa Healy |
| 4 | 204 | 36.5 | Beth Mooney |
India Bowling Figures Table
| Bowler | Overs | Maidens | Runs | Wickets | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Renuka Singh | 6 | 1 | 35 | 0 | 5.83 |
| Kranti Gaud | 6 | 0 | 32 | 1 | 5.33 |
| Kashvee Gautam | 5 | 0 | 32 | 0 | 6.40 |
| Shree Charani | 9 | 0 | 41 | 2 | 4.56 |
| Deepti Sharma | 7.2 | 0 | 49 | 1 | 6.68 |
| Shafali Verma | 5 | 0 | 25 | 0 | 5.00 |
Mooney’s composure and Sutherland’s power made the chase look easy. Australian fans loved every minute.
6. Key Highlights, Turning Points & Memorable Moments
- Schutt’s golden duck to Rawal
- Mandhana’s fluent 58
- Harmanpreet’s gritty 53 despite injury
- Gautam’s explosive 43 with three sixes
- Charani’s two wickets in two balls
- Healy’s fifty and Rodrigues’ leaping catch
- Mooney reaching 3,000 ODI runs
- Sutherland’s dropped catch and winning six
- Gardner’s direct-hit run-out
- Australia’s 21-0 record at the venue
The bizarre bat-stuck moment with Kranti Gaud reminded everyone of past drama but she got away.
7. Pitch, Conditions & Tactical Masterclass Analysis
The pitch had extra bounce for pacers and grip for spinners later. Australia used six bowlers perfectly. India’s seamers swung the ball but lacked the same accuracy. Batting first was a mistake on this surface where chasing has been easier.
Australia’s tactics – rotate bowlers, use spin in middle overs – were spot on.
8. Player Performances, Stats Deep Dive & Records
Top Performers
- Beth Mooney: POTM, 76*, 3000 ODI runs milestone
- Alyssa Healy: 50 in farewell Brisbane game
- Ashleigh Gardner: 3/33
- Smriti Mandhana: 58
- Kashvee Gautam: 43 (best ODI score)
Records
- Australia 21-0 at Allan Border Field
- Mooney 7th Australian to 3000 ODI runs
Powerplay & Middle Overs Stats Table
| Phase | India Score | Australia Score |
|---|---|---|
| Powerplay | 47/2 | 55/0 |
| Middle Overs (11-40) | 125/4 | 162/4 |
9. Captains’ Reactions, Harmanpreet Injury Update & Series Implications
Alyssa Healy: “Clinical performance… proud of the bounceback. Astonishing 21-0 record here.”
Smriti Mandhana (standing in): “Wicket didn’t play the way we thought… we’ll reflect and come back stronger in Hobart.”
Harmanpreet Injury Update
Australia Women vs India Women 1st ODI 2026 BCCI statement: “Captain Harmanpreet Kaur has not taken the field… sustained an injury to her left knee while batting. Medical team is monitoring her progress.” She is expected to be assessed before the second ODI.
Series Implications
ODI series: Australia 1-0
Multi-format: 4-4
Next: 2nd ODI, Hobart, February 27. India need to win to stay alive.
10. Conclusion: What It Means for Australian & Indian Fans
Australia Women vs India Women 1st ODI 2026 proved once again that home conditions and depth win matches. Australian fans can celebrate a perfect start and look forward to more dominance. Indian fans, while disappointed, know their team has the heart to bounce back – just like they did in the World Cup.
The series moves to Hobart. Two more ODIs and then the Test in Perth. Cricket fans are in for a treat.
Thank you for reading this detailed Australia Women vs India Women 1st ODI 2026 recap on IPL Star. Who is your Player of the Series so far? Drop your thoughts in the comments. Stay tuned for Hobart preview!
ESPNcricinfo match report.
FAQs: Australia Women vs India Women 1st ODI 2026
1. What was the final result of Australia Women vs India Women 1st ODI 2026? Australia Women beat India Women by 6 wickets with 70 balls to spare in the Australia Women vs India Women 1st ODI 2026. Chasing 215, the hosts reached 217/4 in 38.2 overs. Beth Mooney’s unbeaten 76 and Alyssa Healy’s 50 powered the clinical chase. (AUSW vs INDW Brisbane result 2026)
2. Who was Player of the Match in Australia Women vs India Women 1st ODI 2026? Beth Mooney was named Player of the Match for her match-winning 76* off 79 balls (5 fours, 2 sixes). She also crossed 3,000 ODI career runs and anchored the chase after early wickets. Mooney’s composure earned her the award in the Australia Women vs India Women 1st ODI 2026.
3. How did India Women get all out for 214 in the 1st ODI 2026? India collapsed to 52/3 inside 12 overs after Pratika Rawal’s golden duck and quick dismissals of Shafali Verma and Jemimah Rodrigues. Smriti Mandhana (58) and Harmanpreet Kaur (53) fought back, but Ashleigh Gardner’s 3/33 and Australia’s disciplined bowling restricted them to 214 in 48.3 overs in the Australia Women vs India Women 1st ODI 2026.
4. What happened to Harmanpreet Kaur’s knee injury in Australia Women vs India Women 1st ODI 2026? Harmanpreet Kaur suffered a left-knee injury while batting and could not field during Australia’s chase. Smriti Mandhana stood in as captain. The BCCI is monitoring her fitness ahead of the 2nd ODI in Hobart. This remains a major concern for India in the India Women tour of Australia 2026.
5. Why is Allan Border Field record important after Australia Women vs India Women 1st ODI 2026? Australia extended their astonishing 21-0 multiformat record at Allan Border Field with this win. The venue continues to be a fortress for the hosts, making the AUSW vs INDW Brisbane result 2026 even more special for Australian fans.
6. How did Ashleigh Gardner perform in the 1st ODI 2026? Ashleigh Gardner took 3/33 in 7 overs, dismantling India’s middle order with sharp turn and bounce. She also effected the direct-hit run-out of Kashvee Gautam. Her spell was the turning point in the Australia Women vs India Women 1st ODI 2026.
7. What is the current multi-format series score after 1st ODI 2026? The multi-format series is now level at 4-4 points. India led 4-2 after winning the T20I series 2-1, but Australia’s 6-wicket victory in the Australia Women vs India Women 1st ODI 2026 has squared the contest.
8. When and where is the 2nd ODI between Australia and India Women in 2026? The 2nd ODI will be played at Bellerive Oval, Hobart on Friday, February 27, 2026. Australia lead the ODI series 1-0 after the Australia Women vs India Women 1st ODI 2026 result.
9. Who were the top scorers in Australia Women vs India Women 1st ODI 2026? Beth Mooney (76*), Alyssa Healy (50), Smriti Mandhana (58) and Harmanpreet Kaur (53) were the standout batters. Kashvee Gautam’s explosive 43 (3 sixes) was India’s highlight in the Australia Women vs India Women 1st ODI 2026.
10. Was batting first a mistake in the Australia Women vs India Women 1st ODI 2026? Yes. Harmanpreet Kaur chose to bat under overcast skies, but the extra bounce and accurate Australian bowling led to an early collapse. Chasing proved easier, as Australia showed by winning comfortably in the AUSW vs INDW Brisbane result 2026.