much awaited India women’s team tour to Australia The match began with a display of clinical efficiency from the hosts at the Gabba on Tuesday (February 24, 2026). It’s an emotional farewell series for the great Alyssa HealyAustralian captain leads from the front with Player of the Match beth mooneyTo achieve a spectacular win by 6 wickets in the opening Day/Night ODI. Despite India entering the series with the reputation of being the reigning world champions, the Australian “Golden Era” showed no signs of fading and chased down the target of 215 with 70 balls to spare.
The atmosphere in Brisbane was electrifying as fans gathered to watch the first chapter of this high-stakes series. However, for the Indian contingent, the night proved to be a challenging one against a disciplined Australian bowling attack, which took full advantage of the humid conditions under lights.
Disciplined Australian attack restricted Indian batting order to low scores
The match started with a nightmare for the World Champions. Deciding to bat first, India found themselves under immediate pressure megan shutt trapped Pratika Rawal LBW for a duck in the very first over. while masala Smriti Mandhana He played a stormy innings of 58 runs in 68 balls with the help of nine fours, but he lacked a steady partner at the other end. Australia’s bowling unit works like a well-oiled machine Ashley Gardner (3/33) and Annabel Sutherland (3/20) Destroying the middle order.
captain of india Harmanpreet Kaur Fought a lone battle, worked hard to score 53 runs in 84 balls. His half-century, supported by brief cameos Deepti Sharma (24) and Richa Ghosh (23) pushed India past 200. However, lack of pace proved costly in the late innings. India were eventually all out for 214 runs in 48.3 overs. The Australian bowlers held the reins throughout the innings and ensured that the world-class Indian hitters were never let loose, setting the stage for a straightforward chase.
Alyssa Healy and Beth Mooney lead Australia to emphatic win in Women’s ODI opener
The chase was defined by experience and restraint. Captain Healy, playing her final international series, looked determined to reach greater heights. He strengthened the top order by scoring 50 runs in 70 balls and provided the right platform. Although India’s Sricharani raised hope by removing briefly Phoebe Lichfield And georgia volume The recovery was swift and ruthless, in successive deliveries to leave Australia at 55/2.
beth mooney Joined her captain to put on a batting clinic. Mooney, who was later named player of the match, scored a brilliant 76 off 79 balls with the help of five fours and two sky-high sixes. His ability to rotate the strike kept the scoreboard at over five runs per over, which took a toll on the spirit of the Indian bowling. By the time Mooney was out in the 37th over, the result was clear.
Annabel Sutherland Provided the final touch by scoring unbeaten 48 runs as soon as Australia arrived 217/4 In just 38.2 overs. The win leveled Australia at 4-4 in the multiformat series, sending a clear message that while India may capture the world title, the Aussies remain the team to beat on home soil.
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Here’s how fans reacted:
🚨🚨Australia defeated world champions India with a spectacular six-wicket win in the first ODI. 🇦🇺🔥
– Beth Mooney scored 76 runs in just 79 balls #AUSWvINDW #oneday #brisbane pic.twitter.com/g1FaVXoyUR
– Sunil Chahar (@SunilChahar22) 24 February 2026
An extremely controlled performance by Australia at a venue where they have never lost a match (21 wins). The bowlers were excellent, with the run-chase expertly controlled by Beth Mooney. pic.twitter.com/46sZBmLESK
– Vinayak (@vinayakkm) 24 February 2026
Well played Beth Mooney 😊 #IndwvsAusw pic.twitter.com/2fPL1ROlYE
– Akash Kushwah (@akash_kush64339) 24 February 2026
Beth Mooney makes this look look so easy.#INDvAUS
– Vinayak (@vinayakkm) 24 February 2026
Responsible innings by Alyssa Healy! motiv#JustTalkCricket #India #Australia #ODI #women’s cricket pic.twitter.com/0OKtpsDHR4
– JustTalkCricket (@JustTalkCricket) 24 February 2026
Australia’s comprehensive win in the first ODI.#AUSvIND pic.twitter.com/fgHWmX31nd
– WomenCricket.com (@WomenCricketHQ) 24 February 2026
Clinical once again! 💛💚
Alyssa Healy and Beth Mooney led Australia to another impressive win over India with a masterclass at the top. When these two click, it is game over for the opposition. 🇦🇺🔥#AUSvIND #women’s cricket
– Random (@Random144729) 24 February 2026
it. I’m going to miss it. #chalk and cheese #AUSvIND pic.twitter.com/LycizaWBqy
– Australian Women’s Cricket (@awcwvlc) with very little context 24 February 2026
Com box support hits differently when you have a husband. Alyssa Healy 💛#AlyssaHeli #michaelstark #AUSvIND #WomenInBlue #brisbane #TeamIndia pic.twitter.com/3BmAiPCsoe
– LightningSpeed (@lightningspeedk) 24 February 2026
Looks like Healy’s got a bright future #auswind
– Tim Mitchell (@tim_michell) 24 February 2026
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