After conquering the T20I series, the Indian women’s team steps into uncharted territory on Tuesday at the Gabba, facing Australia in the first ODI. Captain Harmanpreet Kaur is determined to achieve what no Indian side has before: winning an ODI series in Australia.
The statistics are daunting. Australia holds a perfect 12-0 record in bilateral ODI series against India. Across 61 matches, they’ve claimed 49 wins to India’s 12. Yet, recent memory offers hope—their World Cup 2025 semi-final upset over the Aussies showcased India’s potential.
Smriti Mandhana’s T20 exploits set the tone, and teammates Shefali Verma, Deepti Sharma, and Jemimah Rodrigues are primed to deliver. Rodrigues has a knack for Aussie bowlers, promising fireworks. Renuka Singh heads the seam attack with Kranti Gaud’s support, as Amanjot Kaur eyes all-round impact.
On the flip side, Australia rallies post-T20 defeat. Alyssa Healy’s swan song in ODIs adds emotional fuel; she’ll bat fiercely. With four wins in five recent ODIs, they’re favorites, but India’s back-to-back-to-back ODI successes signal danger.
This matchup pits momentum against legacy. Can India rewrite the narrative? The Gabba awaits answers.