Brisbane will set the stage for the second ODI as India Women take on Australia Women at Bellerive Oval, Hobart on the 27th.th February 9:20 am IST, promising a competitive encounter between the two sides.
Get the best IND-W vs AUS-W Dream11 prediction, fantasy cricket tips, probable playing XI and match insights for the 2nd ODI of India Women Australia tour 2026. Expert analysis and more.
IND-W vs AUS-W Match Preview:
Australia Women registered their first ever ODI series win after securing an impressive six-wicket win at Allan Border Field, Brisbane on 24 February 2026. Moreover, they successfully chased 214 runs in just 38.2 overs to take a 1-0 lead and established early dominance. Although India women put up a struggling score after being dismissed, Australia chased the target with authority and composure. As a result, the momentum now rests on the host team as the series moves into its next chapter.
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Smriti Mandhana led India’s innings with 58, while the rest of the batting lineup contributed in bits and pieces without converting the starts into big scores. Australia’s bowlers, meanwhile, tightened control in the middle stages as Ashley Gardner took three crucial wickets and the pace attack kept the pressure on consistently. During the chase, Beth Mooney led the innings with 76, Alyssa Healy top scored with 50 and Annabel Sutherland remained unbeaten on 48 to finish the game calmly.
Therefore, the 2nd ODI on 27th February 2026 at Blundstone Arena, Hobart holds vital importance. Australia will aim to extend their advantage with a more disciplined performance, while India will need to build on partnerships and execution to restore balance. A competitive contest now awaits in Hobart.
IND-W vs AUS-W head-to-head record:
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teams |
win the match |
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india women |
10 |
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australia women |
41 |
IND-W vs AUS-W Weather and Pitch Report:
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temperature |
19°C |
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weather forecast |
partly cloudy |
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pitch behavior |
balanced |
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Best suited for |
motion |
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Average score of first innings |
232 |
Records of chasing teams:
IND-W vs AUS-W Playing 11 (Expected):
India Women Playing 11:
1) Pratika Rawal
2) Smriti Mandhana
3) Shafali Verma
4) Jemima Rodriguez
5) Harmanpreet Kaur
6) Deepti Sharma
7) Richa Ghosh
8) Kashvi Gautam
9) Mr Charani
10) Kranti Gaur
11) Renuka Singh
australia women playing 11: :
1) Alyssa Healy
2) Phoebe Litchfield
3) Georgia Vol.
4) Beth Mooney
5) Annabel Sutherland
6) Ashley Gardner
7) Tahlia McGrath
8) Sophie Molyneux
9) Alana King
10) Megan Schutt
11)Darcy Brown
IND-W vs AUS-W Hot Picks for Dream11 Prediction and Fantasy Cricket Tips:
Captaincy Choice:
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Smriti Mandhana – The brilliant left-handed opening batsman for India Women played a fluent 58 in the last match, setting a confident platform at the top with crisp stroke play and assured footwork. |
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Beth Mooney – A brilliant left-handed wicketkeeper-batsman for Australia Women, she scored a brilliant 76 in the last game, opening the innings with precise timing and exceptional composure at the crease. |
Raises up:
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Ashley Gardner – An impressive right-handed batsman and right-arm off-break bowler for Australia Women, contributed 5 runs and took 3 wickets in the last match, delivering decisive breakthroughs with her sharp spin control. |
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Deepti Sharma – the dependable left-handed batsman and right-arm off-break bowler for India Women, added 2 runs and took 1 wicket in the last game, providing valuable balance with her disciplined all-round effort. |
Budget Selection:
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Sophie Molyneux – Australia Women’s inspirational captain provides exceptional all-round value, bolstering the lineup with her composed batting approach and impressive left-arm spin at crucial stages of the competition. |
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Renuka Singh Thakur – Skilled right-arm medium pacer for India Women, anchoring the pace attack with her ability to generate forward pace and apply consistent pressure during crucial phases of the innings. |
IND-W vs AUS-W India Women Australia Tour 2026 Captain and Vice-Captain Choices:
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captain |
Beth Mooney and Smriti Mandhana |
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vice captain |
Deepti Sharma and Ashley Gardner |
IND-W vs AUS-W Dream11 Prediction Team 1:
- Keepers – Alyssa Healy, Beth Mooney
- Batsmen – Harmanpreet Kaur, Smriti Mandhana©, Phoebe Lichfield
- All-rounders- Deepti Sharma, Annabel Sutherland, Ashley Gardner (Vice-captain)
- Bowlers – Megan Schutt, Shree Charani, Kashvi Gautam
IND-W vs AUS-W Dream11 Prediction Team 2:
- Defender – Beth Mooney ©
- Batsmen- Harmanpreet Kaur, Smriti Mandhana, Phoebe Litchfield
- All-rounders- Deepti Sharma (Vice Captain), Sophie Molineux, Annabel Sutherland, Ashley Gardner.
- Bowlers – Megan Schutt, Renuka Singh Thakur, Sri Charani
IND-W vs AUS-W Dream11 Prediction Today Match 2nd ODI India Women Australia Tour 2026 Players to avoid:
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player |
dream11 credit |
Dream11 Points (Last Match) |
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Tahlia McGrath |
8.0 credit |
No |
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Kamilini |
7.5 credits |
No |
IND-W vs AUS-W Dream11 Prediction Today Match Today 2nd ODI India Women Australia Tour 2026 Expert Advice:
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sl captaincy option |
Smriti Mandhana |
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gl captaincy option |
beth mooney |
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choice of punt |
Sophie Molineux and Renuka Singh Thakur |
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dream11 combination |
2-3-3-3 |
IND-W vs AUS-W Match Winner Prediction:
Australia women have gained confidence from the last game, which has boosted their chances in this competition.
