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The is set to begin on December 5. The opening match is scheduled to take place at the Allan Border Field in Brisbane. This series forms a crucial part of the ongoing ICC Women’s ODI Championship 2022-2025 and offers a exciting contest between two cricketing powerhouses𒊎.
Build-up to the series between Australia and India
India, under the leadership of Harmanpreet Kaur, will enter the series fresh off a confidence-boosting 2-1 victory against New Zealand at home in October. The Indian side will aim to extend their winning momentum after a disappointing run in the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024, where they exited in the group st🅺age, losing to Australia.
For hosts Australia, this series will mark their return to bilateral cricket after their semi-final loss to South Africa in the same T20 World Cup. It’s a rare blemish for the world champions, who missed the final for only the second time in the tournament’s nine-season history. With new players stepping up, Australia looks to reassert their dominance in the 50-over format.
Key insights into past encounters
India’s last ODI victory against Australia came in 2021, and since then, they have struggled to overcome the Australian juggernaut. The teams last faced each other in the ODI format during Australia’s tour of India in 2023-24, where Australia whitewashed India 3-0, showcasing their unmatched depth and consistency. However, India will look to end this winless streak as they prepare for the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 2025, which they will host.
Team India’s squad: Changes and arrival
The Indian squad features a mix of experienced players and promising young talent. Smriti Mandhana, known for her elegant batting, will continue to serve as deputy to skipper Harmanpreet. Other key players include Deepti Sharma, an all-rounder with a knack for breakthroughs, and Jemimah Rodrigues, whose consistency in the middle o𒈔rde♊r is crucial.
Richa Ghosh, the dynamic wicketkeeper-batter, returns to the side after missing the New Zealand series due to academic commitments. However, India will miss the services of Pooja Vastrakar, who has been rested, and Dayalan Hemalatha, who was not included in the squad. Youngsters like Titas Sadhu and Minnu Mani ha꧟ve earned their spots after impressive domestic performances.
Full squad: Harmanpr🎃eet Kaur (c), Smriti Mandhana, Priya Punia, Jemimah Rodrigues, Harleen Deol, Yastika Bhatia (WK), Richa Ghosh (WK), Tejal Hasabnis, Deepti Sharma, Minnu Mani, Priya Mishra, Radha Yadav, Titas Sadhu, Arundhati Reddy, Renuka Singh Thakur, Saima Thakor
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Australia’s squad: Absence of Alyssa Healy
Australia will be without their regular captain, Alyssa Healy, who is recovering from a knee injury sustained during the . In her absence, the formidable all-rounder Tahlia McGrath will lead the side, with Ashleigh Gardner as her deputy. The squad sees the inclusion of Georgia Voll, who could potentially open the innings alongside Phoebe Litchfield, promising an exciting start for the hosts. Beth Mooney will take over wicketkeeping 𒁏duties, while experienced players like Gardner and McGrath are expected to anchor both batting and bowling department𒈔s.
Complete squad: Tahlia McGrath (c), Darcie Brown, Ashleigh Gardner, Kim Garth, Alana King, Phoebe Litchfield, Sophie Molineux, Beth Mooney, Ellyse Perry, Megan Schutt, Anཧnabel Suthe🐻rland, Georgia Wareham, Georgia Voll
ICC Women’s ODI Championship 2022-25
Australia currently tops the championship table with 13 wins from 18 mat💙ches, having already secured qualification for the 2025 Women’s ODI World Cup. India, ranked third with 12 wins from 15 matches, has also qualified as the host nation. Despite this, the series holds immense value as both teams look to fine-tune their strategies ahead of the marquee event.
India Women tour of Australia 2024, ODI series:
- 1st ODI: December 5, 2024, Allan Border Field, Brisbane – 4:20 am GMT| 9:50 am IST| 2:20 pm local
- 2nd ODI: December 8, 2024, Allan Border Field, Brisbane -11:45 pm GMT (Dec 7)| 5:15 am IST| 9:45 am local
- 3rd ODI: December 11, 2024, WACA Ground, Perth – 4:20 am GMT| 9:50 am IST| 12:20 pm local
Broadcast and Live streaming details:
- India: Star Sports, Fancode, Doordarshan Sports
- Australia: Fox Cricket (501), Kayo Sports
- Pakistan: Tapmad
- USA & Canada:
- South Africa: Supersport (201)
- New Zealand: Sky Sports 2
- UK & Ireland: TNT Sports 1, Discovery +
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