Things to Know About India Women vs Australia Women ODI Match

Historic Rivalry: – India and Australia Women share a long-standing rivalry in ODIs. – Out of 53 encounters, Australia leads with 43 wins, while India has 10 victories

First Match of the Series: – This is the first of a three-match ODI series being played in Australia. – The series holds significance as both teams gear up for the next ICC Women’s ODI Championship cycle

Venue Insights: – The match is taking place at Allan Border Field, Brisbane, known for being bowler-friendly early on but flattening out later for batters

Team Lineups: – India boasts experienced players like Smriti Mandhana and Harmanpreet Kaur alongside young talents like Richa Ghosh. – Australia, under stand-in captain Tahlia McGrath, will rely on key players like Ellyse Perry and Ashleigh Gardner

Captaincy Updates: – Tahlia McGrath is captaining Australia as Alyssa Healy recovers from a knee injury. – Harmanpreet Kaur continues her leadership for India, with a focus on building momentum

Pitch and Conditions: – The Allan Border Field pitch is expected to assist seamers early on, with spinners coming into play in the middle overs. – Weather in Brisbane is sunny and perfect for cricket

Key Players to Watch:India: Smriti Mandhana, Deepti Sharma, Harmanpreet Kaur. – Australia: Ellyse Perry, Tahlia McGrath, Megan Schutt

Importance of the Series: – This series is crucial for both teams to fine-tune their strategies and combinations ahead of the upcoming ICC Women’s events

Broadcast and Streaming: – The match is live on Star Sports in India and streamed on Disney+ Hotstar. Australian fans can watch via Fox Cricket and Kayo Sports

1. Game Timing: – The match starts at 5:35 AM IST / 11:05 AM AEST, making it an early treat for Indian fans and a mid-morning game for Australians