Why this match is important for India?

As we all know, Australia is a dangerous team in both men’s and women’s cricket — but in women’s cricket, their level is sky high. They have excellent control over their nerves and are almost unbeatable. Australia is a strong contender for this World Cup.

India, on the other hand, is the second favourite team in this tournament, especially with the home advantage. This match will be a big indicator of India’s fortunes. If India Women win this match, it will not only boost their confidence but also lower the morale of the Australian side.

Indian Women recently defeated Australia in an ODI match by 102 runs at New Chandigarh on 17 September 2025.

Where can you watch this match?

You can watch it live on Hotstar, and Star Sports TV channels.

Squads

India Women World Cup –

Harmanpreet Kaur (c), Smriti Mandhana (vc), Pratika Rawal, Harleen Deol, Jemimah Rodrigues, Richa Ghosh, Yastika Bhatia, Renuka Singh Thakur, Deepti Sharma, Sneh Rana, Sree Charani, Radha Yadav, Amanjot Kaur, Arundhati Reddy, Kranti Gaud.

Australia Women World Cup –

Alyssa Healy (c & wk), Phoebe Litchfield, Ellyse Perry, Beth Mooney, Annabel Sutherland, Ashleigh Gardner, Tahlia McGrath, Sophie Molineux, Alana King, Kim Garth, Darcie Brown, Georgia Voll, Georgia Wareham, Megan Schutt, Heather Graham.