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The first ODI of the three-match series between Australia Women and India Women will take place on December 5 at the Allan Border Field in Brisbane, starting at 9:00 PM IST. This series marks the beginning of both teams’ journey towards the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup and serves as a crucial contest in the ICC Women’s Championship.
Australia enters the game with a stellar record, sitting at the top of the standings with 28 points from 18 matches. India follows closely in third place, with 25 points from 15 matches. Both teams are looking to assert dominance early in this series.
Team Previews
Australia Women Preview
Australia begins this series without their regular captain Alyssa Healy, sidelined due to a knee injury. In her absence, Tahlia McGrath takes over the captaincy. Beth Mooney and the dynamic Phoebe Litchfield, who has a phenomenal record against India, are expected to lead the batting charge.
The all-round strength of Ellyse Perry and Tahlia McGrath adds depth to both batting and bowling, complemented by pacers Megan Schutt, Kim Garth, and Darcie Brown. With the spin trio of Georgia Wareham, Sophie Molineux, and Ashleigh Gardner, Australia boasts variety and balance in their attack. Having never lost a match at Allan Border Field, the Aussies are clear favorites.
Key Players:
- Phoebe Litchfield: Aggressive top-order batter, lethal against spinners.
- Megan Schutt: Powerplay specialist, a proven performer at this venue.
- Ashleigh Gardner: Off-spinning all-rounder, impactful with bat and ball.
Predicted Playing XI:
Beth Mooney (wk), Ellyse Perry, Phoebe Litchfield, Tahlia McGrath (c), Annabel Sutherland, Ashleigh Gardner, Megan Schutt, Sophie Molineux, Darcie Brown, Georgia Wareham, Kim Garth.
India Women Preview
India enters the series on the back of a 2-1 series win against New Zealand at home. However, with Shafali Verma dropped from the squad, India will rely on Priya Punia to partner with Smriti Mandhana, who is in fine form. Mandhana’s record in Australia is impressive, and she will be key to India’s batting.
India’s middle-order is anchored by Harmanpreet Kaur and Deepti Sharma, but the lack of depth in their lineup poses challenges. On the bowling front, seamers Renuka Singh Thakur, Arundhati Reddy, and young talent Titas Sadhu will lead the charge, while Radha Yadav will handle spin duties alongside all-rounder Deepti Sharma.
Key Players:
- Smriti Mandhana: Experienced opener with a strong record in Australian conditions.
- Harmanpreet Kaur: Captain with match-winning potential in the middle order.
- Renuka Singh Thakur: Swing bowler effective in seaming conditions.
Predicted Playing XI:
Smriti Mandhana, Priya Punia, Harleen Deol, Jemimah Rodrigues, Harmanpreet Kaur (c), Richa Ghosh (wk), Deepti Sharma, Renuka Singh Thakur, Saima Thakoor, Arundhati Reddy, Radha Yadav.
Fantasy Team XI
| Player | Role |
|---|---|
| Smriti Mandhana | Batter |
| Phoebe Litchfield | Batter |
| Harmanpreet Kaur | All-rounder |
| Tahlia McGrath (C) | All-rounder |
| Ellyse Perry | All-rounder |
| Beth Mooney (VC) | Wicketkeeper |
| Deepti Sharma | All-rounder |
| Megan Schutt | Bowler |
| Renuka Singh Thakur | Bowler |
| Darcie Brown | Bowler |
| Georgia Wareham | Bowler |
Pitch and Weather Report
Pitch Report
The pitch at Allan Border Field is batter-friendly, with an average first-innings score of 211 runs. Seamers will find early assistance in overcast conditions, but the pitch tends to ease out under lights, making chasing a preferred option. A low-scoring contest could be on the cards due to the weather.
- Average First Innings Score: 211
- Chasing Teams’ Record: 10 wins in 18 matches.
Weather Report
The weather forecast predicts thunderstorms and overcast skies during match hours, with temperatures around 24°C. A rain-interrupted game is a possibility.
Winning Prediction
Australia Women’s unbeaten record at Allan Border Field and their head-to-head dominance over India (43 wins in 53 matches) make them favorites. With a balanced squad and superior depth, the home side is likely to take the lead in the series.
Prediction: Australia Women to win
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