AUS-W vs IND-W Match Preview

Australia Women and India Women will face off in the only test (day-night) of India Women's tour of Australia 2026, which will take place at W.A.C.A., Perth, from March 6 to 9, 2026. This will be the tour's only red-ball fixture, as well as a pink-ball Test. So far, the WACA has hosted four Women's Tests, which have historically featured pace, bounce, and movement, particularly under lights. The last Test played here seen Australia utterly dominate South Africa, which has had a significant impact on the venue's second-innings average.

AUS-W vs IND-W Match Details

Australia Women vs India Women – 1st Test Match, India Women of Australia Women tour 2025

Venue: Western Australian Cricket Association, East Perth 

Date & Time: 06th March 2026 at 10:50 AM IST 

Live Streaming: FanCode

AUS-W vs IND-W Venue Stats 

AUS-W vs IND-W Pitch Report

The WACA pitch is known for its pace and bounce, especially in the initial phases of the game. Under pink-ball situations, seamers ought to extract greater movement after twilight sessions. 

AUS-W vs IND-W Weather Report

Perth expects a significant drop in temperature this week. After a hot weekend with temperatures reaching 37°C, conditions cool dramatically by Monday.

AUS-W vs IND-W Last Five Matches

AUS-W vs IND-W Head-to-Head Stats

Injury News

No Injury. Will be added when there is an update.

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AUS-W vs IND-W Probable Playing XIs:

India Women Probable Playing XIs

Harmanpreet Kaur (C), Smriti Mandhana (VC), Richa Ghosh (WK), Harleen Deol, Kranti Gaud, Amanjot Kaur, Pratika Rawal, Sneh Rana, Jemimah Rodrigues, Deepti Sharma, Vaishnavi Sharma 

Australia Women Probable Playing XIs

Phoebe Litchfield, Georgia Voll, Annabel Sutherland, Alyssa Healy (C), Beth Mooney (WK), Ashleigh Gardner, Tahlia McGrath, Georgia Wareham, Alana King, Ellyse Perry, Darcie Brown

Topmost Picks for AUS-W vs IND-W Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – Australia Women

• Annabel Sutherland – Annabel Sutherland has been one of the most consistent performers in women's Test cricket currently, having accumulated 586 runs across nine innings.
• Alana King – She looked in excellent form against India Women during the recent ODI Series. King will play a vital part for Australia Women with a red ball in hand.

Top Picks – India Women

• Pratika Rawal – Pratika Rawal has been one of India's in line red-ball batters recently and might be the X-factor at the very top of the order.
• Sneh Rana – She is a genuine wicket-taker with a diverse bowling arsenal. Rana is anticipated to finish as India Women's leading wicket taker in the only Test against Australia Women.

Suggested Playing XI N0.1 for AUS-W vs IND-W Dream11 Team:

Alyssa Healy, Beth Mooney, Smriti Mandhana(C), Harmanpreet Kaur, Ellyse Perry, Ashleigh Gardner(VC), Annabel Sutherland, Sneh Rana, Deepti Sharma, Kranti Gaud, Darcie Brown

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – Smriti Mandhana, Beth Mooney

Vice-captain – Ashleigh Gardner, Ellyse Perry

Wicketkeeper – Beth Mooney

AUS-W vs IND-W Probable Winners:

Australia Women have a distinct advantage in home situations, particularly in Day-Night Tests. Their familiarity in the pink ball, combined with strength in both areas, makes them formidable opponents. India will need near-perfect execution to take on Australia over five days. While they have the ability to compete, the hosts benefit from favorable conditions and historical trends. Considering the team combination, Australia Women is expected to win this match.