The high-octane India Women’s tour of Australia 2026 has reached its tipping point. Following a historic T20I series win for India and a dominant ODI comeback by Australia, the multi-format series is currently hanging by a thread with the Aussies holding a narrow 6-4 lead.
As we head into the final ODI and the high-stakes Test in Perth, here is everything you need to know about the state of play, recent results, and what’s next for these two titans of women’s cricket.
Series Snapshot: The Multi-Format Points Table
The winner of the tour is decided by a points system: 2 points for white-ball wins and 4 points for the Test match.
| Format | Matches | Status / Result | Points (AUS-W : IND-W) |
| T20I Series | 3 Matches | India won 2-1 | 2 : 4 |
| ODI Series | 3 Matches | Australia leads 2-0 | 4 : 0 |
| Only Test | 1 Match | Upcoming (Perth) | 0 : 0 |
| TOTAL | 6 : 4 |
Recent Action: Australia Clinical in Hobart
The 2nd ODI (February 27, 2026) saw Australia clinch the ODI series with a commanding 5-wicket victory at the Bellerive Oval.
- India’s Struggle: Despite a solid opening stand from Pratika Rawal (52) and Smriti Mandhana (31), and a steady 54 from Captain Harmanpreet Kaur, India finished on a sub-par 251/9. Poor shot selection in the middle overs prevented a 300+ total.
- The Voll Show: Australian youngster Georgia Voll was the star of the chase, smashing a magnificent 101 off just 82 balls. Supported by a blistering 80 from Phoebe Litchfield, Australia chased the target in just 36.1 overs, handing India a stark reminder of their power.
Remaining Schedule: The Final Push
India must win the final ODI to head into the Test match on equal footing (6-6). A win for Australia in the 3rd ODI would put them at 8-4, meaning India would need a Test victory just to draw the series.
| Match | Date | Venue | Time (IST) |
| 3rd ODI | Sunday, March 1 | Ninja Stadium (Bellerive Oval), Hobart | 9:20 AM |
| Only Test | March 6 – 10 | Perth Stadium / WACA Ground, Perth | 9:30 AM |
Note: The Test match in Perth is expected to be a fast-bowling paradise, favoring Australia’s pace battery but offering a massive platform for India’s Renuka Singh and Kashvee Gautam.
Essential 2026 Series Resources
- BCCI Official: India Women Tour Hub: For official scorecards, press conferences, and player stats.
- Olympics.com: T20 Series Historical Recap: Read how India recorded their first T20 series win in Australia in a decade.
- Cricket Australia: Live Match Center: Follow ball-by-ball commentary and video highlights of the Hobart ODIs.
- ESPNcricinfo: AUS-W vs IND-W Series Analysis: Expert insights on team selection and the impact of Harmanpreet Kaur’s knee injury.
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