Hey cricket fans! Imagine waiting 18 long years for a dream to come true. That’s exactly what happened yesterday in Mullanpur. The INDW vs AUSW 2nd ODI 2025 wasn’t just a game—it was a fireworks show lit by Smriti Mandhana. Her unbeaten? No, her blistering 117 off 91 balls powered India Women to a jaw-dropping 102-run win over Australia Women. Series leveled at 1-1, and oh boy, what a statement ahead of the World Cup!
This wasn’t luck. It was pure grit, smart bowling, and one batter rewriting history. Australia, the queens of ODIs with their 13-match winning streak? Snapped like a twig. India’s first home ODI victory against the Aussies since 2007—think about that. Careers have come and gone in that time. But Mandhana? She’s the hero we needed.
In this deep-dive analysis on IPL Star, we’ll break it all down. From the toss drama to Mandhana’s magic, Australia’s collapse, key stats in easy tables, and even fresh buzz from X (formerly Twitter). Was this India’s turning point? Stick around, share your hot takes in the comments, and let’s celebrate women’s cricket rising! Who’s your Player of the Match? Drop it below.
Toss and Team Composition: Tactical Gambles in the Heat of Mullanpur
The sun beat down like a fast bowler on a flat track. Australia captain Alyssa Healy won the toss and, without a second thought, chose to bowl first. “We wanted to get out in the heat and acclimatize,” Healy said later, eyes on the upcoming World Cup. Smart? Maybe. But on a pitch that turned friendlier than a fielder’s dive, it backfired big time.
Mullanpur’s Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium offered true bounce and short boundaries—perfect for batters to unleash. No swing early, no spin tricks later. Australia bet on their pace attack to strike first. India? They had curveballs of their own.
Jemimah Rodrigues’ viral fever ruled her out for the series—a huge blow to the batting depth. India went bold: an extra bowler in a 3-3 split (three pacers, three spinners). Renuka Singh Thakur made a roaring comeback from a stress injury, pairing with Kranti Goud and Arundhati Reddy. Spin duties? Deepti Sharma, Sneh Rana, and Radha Yadav. N Charani sat out.
Australia tweaked too. Phoebe Litchfield nursed a minor quad strain, so Georgia Voll debuted in India. Darcie Brown and Annabel Sutherland led the seam, with Ash Gardner’s off-spin as the X-factor.
Did India’s gamble pay off? You bet. It set the tone for a bowling masterclass. Here’s the full playing XIs in a quick table:
| Team | Playing XI |
|---|---|
| India Women | Pratika Rawal, Smriti Mandhana, Harleen Deol, Harmanpreet Kaur (c), Deepti Sharma, Richa Ghosh (wk), Radha Yadav, Arundhati Reddy, Sneh Rana, Kranti Goud, Renuka Singh Thakur |
| Australia Women | Alyssa Healy (c & wk), Georgia Voll, Ellyse Perry, Beth Mooney, Annabel Sutherland, Ashleigh Gardner, Tahlia McGrath, Georgia Wareham, Alana King, Megan Schutt, Darcie Brown |
Toss won by AUS, but momentum? All India’s. Fans on X were buzzing early: “India’s XI looks loaded for a fightback! #INDWvsAUSW” tweeted @AmanYad97251305. What would you have picked? Tell us in the comments!
India’s Batting Masterclass: Mandhana’s Fireworks on a Flat Track
Put in to bat, India didn’t waste a ball. The opening pair of Pratika Rawal and Smriti Mandhana built a rock-solid platform. By the end of the Powerplay? 70 runs without a wicket. That’s their 12th 50-plus stand in just 16 games together—the first women’s opening duo to hit 1,000 partnership runs in a calendar year. Talk about chemistry!
Mandhana, stepping up as the aggressor since Shafali Verma’s ODI exit, was poetry in motion. Her footwork? Chef’s kiss. She smashed a six off her eighth ball, dancing down to off-spinner Ash Gardner like it was a net session. Gardner, supposed to trouble left-handers, leaked boundaries. Mandhana followed with two massive sixes in back-to-back overs—pure dominance.
Then came the leg-spin assault on her RCB teammate Georgia Wareham. A six to deep midwicket, a four off a full toss, consecutive boundaries, and another max over a leaping fielder. Wareham’s two-over spell? 29 runs, and she was hooked. “Mandhana’s turning spinners into batting practice!” one fan posted on X.
Rawal played the perfect foil—calm, composed, 25 off 32 with four fours. But a slower ball from Gardner ended her stay at 70-1 in the 11th over. Enter Harleen Deol, who took 19 balls for her first run. Oof. A mix-up led to her run-out at 119-2 (10 off 24). Pressure mounted.
Harmanpreet Kaur joined, but Gardner struck again—a loopy slower one for 17. India wobbled at 152-3 after 25 overs. Enter Deepti Sharma. The duo rebuilt, but Mandhana? She was on a mission. Her fifty came off 45 balls. Then, the ton—off 77 balls, second-fastest for India (behind Mithali Raj’s 76). Only Meg Lanning (15) and Suzie Bates (13) have more ODI hundreds than Mandhana’s 12.
She welcomed Tahlia McGrath with a four, then holed out to deep midwicket off her next ball—192-4 in 32.2. Heartbreaker, but the damage? Done. Deepti (40 off 53) and Richa Ghosh (29 off 33) added 47, pushing past 250. Sneh Rana’s cameo (24 off 18, three fours) dragged it to 292 all out in 49.5.
A late collapse—3 for 16—thanks to Darcie Brown’s yorkers (3/42). But 292 on that track? Defendable gold. Here’s the full India scorecard:
| Batter | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pratika Rawal (c Wareham b Gardner) | 25 | 32 | 4 | 0 | 78.12 |
| Smriti Mandhana (c Gardner b McGrath) | 117 | 91 | 14 | 4 | 128.57 |
| Harleen Deol (run out) | 10 | 24 | 1 | 0 | 41.67 |
| Harmanpreet Kaur (c Sutherland b Gardner) | 17 | 26 | 2 | 0 | 65.38 |
| Deepti Sharma (c Sutherland b Brown) | 40 | 53 | 2 | 0 | 75.47 |
| Richa Ghosh (c Voll b Sutherland) | 29 | 33 | 3 | 0 | 87.88 |
| Radha Yadav (lbw b Brown) | 6 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 100.00 |
| Arundhati Reddy (b Brown) | 4 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 66.67 |
| Sneh Rana (c Brown b Schutt) | 24 | 18 | 3 | 0 | 133.33 |
| Kranti Goud (run out) | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 50.00 |
| Renuka Singh (not out) | 3 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 50.00 |
| Extras | 15 | – | – | – | – |
| Total | 292-10 | 49.5 ov | – | – | RR: 5.86 |
Fall of Wickets Table:
| Score | Over | Wicket |
|---|---|---|
| 70-1 | 11.3 | Rawal |
| 119-2 | 18.5 | Deol |
| 152-3 | 25.2 | Kaur |
| 192-4 | 32.2 | Mandhana |
| 239-5 | 41.2 | Ghosh |
| 247-6 | 42.3 | Yadav |
| 255-7 | 44.2 | Reddy |
| 272-8 | 46.1 | Sharma |
| 275-9 | 47.1 | Goud |
| 292-10 | 49.5 | Rana |
Partnerships Table:
| Wkt | Runs | Balls | Batsmen |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 70 | 69 | Rawal-Mandhana |
| 2nd | 49 | 44 | Mandhana-Deol |
| 3rd | 33 | 39 | Mandhana-Kaur |
| 4th | 40 | 42 | Mandhana-Sharma |
| 5th | 47 | 54 | Sharma-Ghosh |
| 6th | 8 | 7 | Sharma-Yadav |
| 7th | 8 | 11 | Sharma-Reddy |
| 8th | 17 | 11 | Sharma-Rana |
| 9th | 3 | 6 | Rana-Goud |
| 10th | 17 | 16 | Rana-Renuka |
Mandhana’s knock: 10 of her 12 tons in wins. This one? Her 17th Player of the Match award in ODIs. Fans erupted: “Queen Smriti! 12th century vs AUS—hope for a big total!” from @anmolr14 on X. How did she do it? Simple game plan: Attack the powerplay, build innings. Genius.
But wait—India stuttered late. Why? Brown’s rhythm kicked in. Still, 292 felt like 350.
Full India innings highlights on ESPNcricinfo.
Australia’s Bowling Resilience: Pulling Back from the Brink
Australia’s bowlers entered like lions, but Mandhana turned them into lambs. Early on, Megan Schutt and Darcie Brown kept it tight—ECO under 6. But Gardner’s introduction? Disaster. Mandhana’s dance-down shots exposed her.
Wareham suffered worst: 41 off 4 overs, including that brutal 29 in two. Alana King waited till the 34th—too late. Perry’s part-time 2 overs? Economical at 7.50, but no wickets.
The fightback came late. Brown found swing and yorkers, snaring three tailenders. Gardner ended with 2/39—impressive figures, baiting with slower balls. Sutherland chipped 1/58, McGrath 1/20.
Healy praised: “Bowlers dug deep to hold them under 300. They were eyeing 320+.” Silver lining in a storm.
Australia Bowling Table:
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | ECO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Megan Schutt | 7.5 | 0 | 46 | 1 | 5.90 |
| Ashleigh Gardner | 10 | 1 | 39 | 2 | 3.90 |
| Darcie Brown | 8 | 0 | 42 | 3 | 5.20 |
| Ellyse Perry | 2 | 0 | 15 | 0 | 7.50 |
| Annabel Sutherland | 10 | 0 | 58 | 1 | 5.80 |
| Georgia Wareham | 4 | 0 | 41 | 0 | 10.20 |
| Tahlia McGrath | 4 | 0 | 20 | 1 | 5.00 |
| Alana King | 4 | 0 | 26 | 0 | 6.50 |
A tactical win? No. But they clawed back 42 runs in the last 7.5 overs. Check Sportstar’s bowling breakdown. Your pick for best AUS bowler? Vote in comments!
Australia’s Chase Unravels: From Hope to a 102-Run Nightmare
INDW vs AUSW 2nd ODI 2025 Chasing 293—Australia’s highest ever ODI pursuit. Pressure? Immense. But India’s new-ball pair turned it into a horror show.
Powerplay: 25/2. Renuka struck first—Voll (debut duck, 0 off 5) dragged on in her second over. Goud, after a shaky start, edged Healy (9 off 19) to Reddy. Lowest AUS Powerplay since 2017 World Cup. “Spot on lengths,” raved fans.
Renuka’s six-over spell (1/28) ended with a calf niggle—she didn’t return, but the scar was deep.
Rebuild time. Beth Mooney (18 off 34) and Ellyse Perry (44 off 61, five fours) added 50 off 73. Drops hurt India: Ghosh shelled Perry’s paddle, Deol grassed Mooney, Radha spilled Sutherland. Perry-Sutherland: 46 off 45, hopes flickering at 108/4.
Then, the meltdown. Sneh Rana’s wide deceived Mooney—Reddy’s diving catch. Radha’s sharp return snared Perry (44, four short of fifty). Reddy’s bouncer yorked Sutherland (45 off 42). Boom—108/4 to 134/5.
Deepti Sharma? Dagger. 2/24: Gardner (17) and McGrath (16) holed out in deep. “Prized scalps,” says the report. Last six wickets? 56 runs. Bowled out in 40.5.
Goud mopped up (3/28): Wareham bowled, Schutt c&b. All six Indians took wickets. Second half: Just 56—lowest post-100 chase since 2017.
Australia Scorecard Table:
| Batter | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alyssa Healy (c Reddy b Goud) | 9 | 19 | 1 | 0 | 47.37 |
| Georgia Voll (b Renuka) | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Ellyse Perry (c&b Radha) | 44 | 61 | 5 | 0 | 72.13 |
| Beth Mooney (c Reddy b Rana) | 18 | 34 | 1 | 0 | 52.94 |
| Annabel Sutherland (c Kaur b Reddy) | 45 | 42 | 4 | 0 | 107.14 |
| Ashleigh Gardner (c Yadav b Deepti) | 17 | 29 | 1 | 0 | 58.62 |
| Tahlia McGrath (c Reddy b Deepti) | 16 | 20 | 2 | 0 | 80.00 |
| Georgia Wareham (b Goud) | 10 | 17 | 0 | 0 | 58.82 |
| Alana King (run out) | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 66.67 |
| Megan Schutt (c&b Goud) | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Darcie Brown (not out) | 14 | 13 | 2 | 0 | 107.69 |
| Extras | 15 | – | – | – | – |
| Total | 190-10 | 40.5 ov | – | – | RR: 4.65 |
Fall of Wickets:
| Score | Over | Wicket |
|---|---|---|
| 8-1 | 1.6 | Voll |
| 12-2 | 4.5 | Healy |
| 62-3 | 16.6 | Mooney |
| 108-4 | 24.3 | Perry |
| 134-5 | 29.3 | Sutherland |
| 151-6 | 33.5 | Gardner |
| 164-7 | 35.3 | McGrath |
| 169-8 | 36.3 | King |
| 170-9 | 36.6 | Schutt |
| 190-10 | 40.5 | Wareham |
Partnerships:
| Wkt | Runs | Balls | Batsmen |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 8 | 12 | Healy-Voll |
| 2nd | 4 | 17 | Healy-Perry |
| 3rd | 50 | 73 | Perry-Mooney |
| 4th | 46 | 45 | Perry-Sutherland |
| 5th | 26 | 30 | Sutherland-Gardner |
| 6th | 17 | 26 | Gardner-McGrath |
| 7th | 13 | 10 | McGrath-Wareham |
| 8th | 3 | 6 | Wareham-King |
| 9th | 1 | 3 | Wareham-Schutt |
| 10th | 20 | 23 | Wareham-Brown |
X lit up: “AUS collapse—Deepti magic! #INDWvsAUSW” from @NtvTeluguLive. Turning point? That Powerplay strangle. News18 highlights here.
India’s Bowling Symphony: Every Arm a Weapon
INDW vs AUSW 2nd ODI 2025 No star bowler here—just a team effort. All six took wickets. Goud’s 3/28 (9.5 ov) strangled the top. Renuka’s return: 1/28 in 6 ov, fire before the niggle.
Deepti: 2/24, middle-order killer. Rana (1/35) and Radha (1/27) webbed the spin. Reddy (1/46) gritty with the bouncer.
India Bowling Table:
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | ECO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kranti Goud | 9.5 | 1 | 28 | 3 | 2.80 |
| Renuka Singh | 6 | 0 | 28 | 1 | 4.30 |
| Sneh Rana | 6 | 0 | 35 | 1 | 5.80 |
| Arundhati Reddy | 7 | 0 | 46 | 1 | 6.10 |
| Deepti Sharma | 6 | 0 | 24 | 2 | 4.00 |
| Radha Yadav | 5 | 0 | 27 | 1 | 5.40 |
“Balanced attack,” Kaur beamed. ESPN full bowling stats. Heroes? Goud and Deepti. Who’s yours?
Game-Changers: Five Moments That Flipped the Script
INDW vs AUSW 2nd ODI 2025 Cricket’s beauty? Those “what if” instants. Here are five that defined INDW vs AUSW 2nd ODI 2025:
- Mandhana’s Spin Assault (Overs 5-12): Sixes off Gardner/Wareham—29 in two overs. Momentum shift. “Disrupted plans,” per Healy.
- AUS Powerplay Trap (Overs 1-10): 25/2. Renuka-Goud lengths suffocated. Lowest since 2017.
- Perry’s Dropped Chance (14th Over): Ghosh’s tough leg-side miss. Perry added 62 runs. Costly?
- Deepti’s Double Dagger (33-35 Overs): Gardner and McGrath outfield catches. From 134/5 to 151/7. Chase dead.
- Goud’s Tail Mop-Up: Wareham bowled, Schutt c&b. Sealed the 102-run rout.
Tactics? India’s 3-3 split foxed AUS spin delay. Fielding? 10 drops this series (6 yesterday), 58.7% efficiency—12th of 14 teams. But 8 catches saved the day.
Fielding Stats Table:
| Category | Taken | Dropped | Efficiency % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Series Total | 8 | 10 | 58.7 |
| 2025 ODIs | 47 | 33 | 58.7 |
Quote: Mandhana on partnerships: “We complement each other—calm and composed.” Biggest miss? Perry’s drop. Agree? Comment!
Our 1st ODI recap on IPL Star.
Records Shattered and Voices from the Dugout
INDW vs AUSW 2nd ODI 2025 History books rewritten! Australia’s heaviest ODI loss: 102 runs, topping 92 vs England (1973). India’s home drought ends—first vs AUS since Chepauk 2007. Only second win in 14 post-2017 WC semi.
Mandhana: 12th ton (10 in wins), 5th home in 15 months. Second-fastest IND hundred (77 balls). Her 17th POM.
AUS streak: 13 wins snapped. 21/22 since 2023 Ashes (lone loss: rain vs SA).
Biggest AUS Defeats Table (by runs):
| Margin | Opponent | Venue | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 102 | IND-W | Mullanpur | 2025 |
| 92 | ENG-W | Edgbaston | 1973 |
| 88 | IND-W | Chennai | 2004 |
| 84 | SA-W | North Sydney | 2024 |
| 82 | NZ-W | Lincoln | 2008 |
Post-match vibes:
- Healy: “Outplayed in all facets. Good learnings for World Cup. Bowled straight, changed pace well.”
- Kaur: “Stuck to plans. Simple and clear—breakthroughs when needed. Depth in batting shines.”
- Mandhana (POM): “Last two vs AUS were losses—happy this one’s a win. Aggressive in powerplay, adjust per conditions. Rawal’s calm vibes help.”
X reactions: “Smriti Madness! 12th century” – @anmolr14. Telugu fans: “మందాన సెంచరీ!” @NtvTeluguLive. Stat of the match? Mandhana’s ton. Share yours!
What Next? Series Decider and World Cup Fireworks
Delhi on September 20: The decider. India rides high—batting depth tested, bowling clicked. AUS? Wake-up call. Top-order fixes, spin smarts needed.
Similar to opener: Flat pitch, drops, solid starts turning stuttery. But India’s extra bowler? Game-changer.
World Cup October 2025: This levels INDW’s prep. AUS’s streak end? Humbling lesson.
Path to victory? India: Sustain aggression. AUS: Early wickets.
Teaser: Sweep for IND? Or AUS redemption? Subscribe to IPL Star for live updates!
Wrapping the Epic: A New Dawn for Indian Women’s Cricket
What a ride! INDW vs AUSW 2nd ODI 2025 will echo for years. Mandhana’s epic 117 didn’t just win a game—it sparked a revolution. 102-run domination, history smashed, hearts won. From drought to delight, India’s women are roaring.
This series? A teaser for World Cup glory. Celebrate with us—share your Mandhana moment below. Who’s next big thing? Comment, like, share!
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FAQs About INDW vs AUSW 2nd ODI 2025
1. What was the result of INDW vs AUSW 2nd ODI 2025? India Women defeated Australia Women by 102 runs in the INDW vs AUSW 2nd ODI 2025 on September 17 at Mullanpur, leveling the series 1-1. India posted 292, powered by Smriti Mandhana’s 117, while Australia crumbled to 190 in 40.5 overs.
2. Who scored the century for India in INDW vs AUSW 2nd ODI 2025? Smriti Mandhana smashed a brilliant 117 off 91 balls, her 12th ODI century, in the INDW vs AUSW 2nd ODI 2025. Her knock, with 14 fours and 4 sixes, set up India’s historic win.
3. How many runs did Smriti Mandhana score in INDW vs AUSW 2nd ODI 2025? Smriti Mandhana scored 117 runs off 91 balls, earning the Player of the Match award for her match-defining performance in the INDW vs AUSW 2nd ODI 2025.
4. When and where was the INDW vs AUSW 2nd ODI 2025 played? The INDW vs AUSW 2nd ODI 2025 was played on September 17, 2025, at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur, New Chandigarh.
5. Who were the top bowlers for India in INDW vs AUSW 2nd ODI 2025? Kranti Goud (3/28) and Deepti Sharma (2/24) led India’s bowling attack in the INDW vs AUSW 2nd ODI 2025. All six bowlers took wickets, with Renuka Singh, Sneh Rana, Radha Yadav, and Arundhati Reddy chipping in.
6. What was Australia’s biggest ODI defeat before INDW vs AUSW 2nd ODI 2025? INDW vs AUSW 2nd ODI 2025 Australia’s heaviest ODI defeat before the 102-run loss in INDW vs AUSW 2nd ODI 2025 was 92 runs against England Women in 1973 at Edgbaston.
7. Why was Jemimah Rodrigues absent in INDW vs AUSW 2nd ODI 2025? Jemimah Rodrigues missed the INDW vs AUSW 2nd ODI 2025 due to viral fever, ruling her out of the series. India opted for an extra bowler, strengthening their attack.
8. How did India’s fielding impact INDW vs AUSW 2nd ODI 2025? India dropped six catches in the INDW vs AUSW 2nd ODI 2025 but took eight, maintaining a 58.7% catching efficiency. INDW vs AUSW 2nd ODI 2025 Key drops, like Ellyse Perry’s, extended Australia’s innings but didn’t cost the game.
9. When is the next match after INDW vs AUSW 2nd ODI 2025? The series decider, the 3rd ODI, is scheduled for September 20, 2025, in Delhi. INDW vs AUSW 2nd ODI 2025 Follow IPL Star for previews!
10. Where can I watch India women vs Australia women ODI highlights for 2025? Catch INDW vs AUSW 2nd ODI 2025 highlights on ESPNcricinfo or YouTube. Stay tuned to IPL Star for detailed recaps and fan reactions!