India Women vs Australia Women Prediction: Australia won the ODI series 3-0

India Women and Australia Women are going head to head in the 1st Match of T20 Series at Dr. D.Y. Patil Sports Academy, India on 5th Jan 2024. Australia won the odi series by winning all three games after losing in one off test. Can they continue their domination? Who will win this game of cricket?

With the exception of the captain, most of India's key players showcased commendable performances with the bat in the recently concluded ODI series, albeit falling short of securing a victory each time. Despite the winless efforts, several positives emerged from these matches. Notable highlights include Pooja Vastrakar's swift fifty at number 9 in the first ODI, Richa Ghosh's impressive 96-run knock at number 3 during the run-chase, and Deepti Sharma's five-wicket haul contributing to the Australian collapse.

Jemimah Rodrigues also played a crucial role in the run-chase, forming a significant partnership with Ghosh. Although the ODI series has concluded and the focus shifts to the T20I, the performances in the ODIs provide valuable insights into the players' current form. In the upcoming T20I, Smriti Mandhana, along with Rodrigues and Shafali Verma, will be pivotal in the top order. The trio's performance is crucial, as the out-of-form skipper, Harmanpreet Kaur, heavily relies on them for a potential comeback and setting India on course for a competitive score.

India Women faced challenges in T20Is during their previous home series against England, underscoring the importance of a strong top order. To dominate against Australia, India needs a spin-friendly bowling pitch that could trouble the visitors, with hopes of India Women gradually chasing down the target. The in-form Deepti Sharma and Shreyanka Patil, alongside Renuka Singh Thakur, will spearhead the Indian bowling attack.

Smriti Mandhana, Shafali Verma, Jemimah Rodrigues, Harmanpreet Kaur (c), Deepti Sharma, Richa Ghosh (wk), Shreyanka Patil, Titas Sadhu, Saika Ishaque, Amanjot Kaur, Renuka Thakur Singh

Australia Women enter the T20I series with confidence following their clean sweep in the ODIs. Carrying the momentum from the recently concluded Women’s Big Bash, the team is in good form.

The 20-year-old Phoebe Litchfield, with two half-centuries and a hundred in the last game of the ODIs, emerges as a player to watch. In sublime form, there is speculation that she might open the innings in the T20Is. Experienced players like Alyssa Healey and Beth Mooney are expected to feature in the top 3, with Healey likely adopting an aggressive approach from the start to unsettle the Indian bowlers.

In the middle-order, Ellysse Perry's performance will be crucial for Australia’s success, complemented by all-rounders Grace Harris and Ashleigh Gardner. Gardner, in particular, plays a pivotal role with the ball, often trusted by the skipper to deliver breakthroughs.

Megan Schutt will lead the pace attack, while Alana King's leg-break bowling adds a game-changing element to the team. With a well-balanced side boasting high-impact players, Australia has the capability to turn the game in their favor at any moment.

Phoebe Litchfield, Alyssa Healy (c & wk), Ellyse Perry, Beth Mooney, Tahlia McGrath, Ashleigh Gardner, Annabel Sutherland, Georgia Wareham, Alana King, Kim Garth, Megan Schutt

India Women possess the potential to stage a comeback with a robust bowling attack and promising big-hitters in their lineup. Despite lacking consistency and significant contributions from the skipper, the team remains competitive. In contrast, the visitors secured a clean sweep in the ODI series, bringing momentum into the upcoming game. Consequently, Australia Women are considered favorites and hold an advantage in our match prediction.