Bordered in gold, the much-hyped Australia Women tour of India 2025 is slated from 14 September 2025 across a set of three ODIs. This bilateral series assumes magnificence for both teams on the road to the 2026 ICC Women’s T20 World Cup. The matched will be played at two iconic stadia – Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Mullanpur (New Chandigarh) and Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi.
The first ODI of the tour will see India Women take on Australia Women at Mullanpur Stadium, starting from 14 September onward at 1:30 PM IST.
Can India Win the Australia Women ODI Series 2025?
Following the winning of the historic 2025 ICC Women’s Asia Cup, India Women are riding high, showing depth and consistency. Lead the team to a victory under their captain Harmanpreet Kaur, India will fancy their chances against Australia, however, Australia remains the biggest dominating force in women’s cricket.
With this combination of talented stars – big-hitters like Smriti Mandhana, Harmanpreet Kaur, and Deepti Sharma plus younger flair in Shafali Verma, Richa Ghosh, and Jemimah Rodrigues, the host country appears to be fully prepared for battle. Bowling families such with Renuka Thakur, Pooja Vastrakar, and Radha Yadav along would bring balance to the squad.
World-class stars fill the ranks of the Australian side: Alyssa Healy (c), Ellyse Perry, Tahlia McGrath, and Megan Schutt, all able to change the course of a game in an instant. Historically, this particular fixture tends to favour Australia, but with India’s young guns gathering pace, that makes for a very fiery encounter.
India Women Squad for Australia ODI Series 2025
India is set to play the Australia Women tour under the Captaincy of Harmanpreet Kaur. The batting core includes formidable players like Smriti Mandhana, Jemimah Rodrigues, Shafali Verma, and Richa Ghosh, followed by the potent all rounder options of Deepti Sharma, Pooja Vastrakar, and Amanjot Kaur bring stability.
- Harmanpreet Kaur (c)
- Smriti Mandhana (vc)
- Jemimah Rodrigues
- Shafali Verma
- Richa Ghosh (wk)
- Deepti Sharma
- Pooja Vastrakar
- Amanjot Kaur
- Radha Yadav
- Renuka Singh Thakur
- Meghna Singh
- Saika Ishaque
- Yastika Bhatia (wk)
- Shreyanka Patil
- Harleen Deol
Australia Women Squad for India ODI Series 2025
Australia will be led by Alyssa Healy, with a mix of experience and youth. The middle order will rely on Ellyse Perry, Tahlia McGrath, and Beth Mooney, while Megan Schutt and Ashleigh Gardner will take care of the bowling line-up.
- Alyssa Healy (c)
- Beth Mooney (vc)
- Ellyse Perry
- Tahlia McGrath
- Ashleigh Gardner
- Megan Schutt
- Annabel Sutherland
- Grace Harris
- Alana King
- Jess Jonassen
- Georgia Wareham
- Phoebe Litchfield
- Kim Garth
- Sophie Molineux
- Darcie Brown
Schedule
- 1st ODI: 14 September 2025, Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Mullanpur, New Chandigarh at 1:30 PM IST
- 2nd ODI: 17 September 2025, Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Mullanpur, New Chandigarh at 1:30 PM IST
- 3rd ODI: 20 September 2025, Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi at 1:30 PM IST
FAQS
Who can win the Australia Women tour of India 2025?
Looking at their record, the Australians will go in as favorites, but India will be high on confidence after their recent Asia Cup triumph. On home conditions, India Women can offer stiff competition to Australia.
When Will the first ODI Between India and Australia Women be Played?
The first ODI will be played at 1:30 PM IST in Mullanpur (New Chandigarh) on 14 September 2025.
Who is to be the captain of Team India in the Australia ODI series 2025?
Harmanpreet Kaur will captain India Women, with Smriti Mandhana being the vice-captain.
What is the squad for India Women for the series against Australia?
India squad for the Australia Women tour 2025 Comprises Harmanpreet Kaur (c), Smriti Mandhana (vc), Jemimah Rodrigues, Shafali Verma, Richa Ghosh (wk), Deepti Sharma, Pooja Vastrakar, Amanjot Kaur, Radha Yadav, Renuka Singh Thakur, Meghna Singh, Saika Ishaque, Yastika Bhatia (wk), Shreyanka Patil, Harleen Deol.
