Australia standard-issue efficiency was on full display in the series opener at Allan Border Field, where the hosts brushed aside Bangladesh by seven wickets to claim a 1-0 lead. After electing to bowl, the Australian attack made quick work of the visitors’ batting unit, led by Annabel Sutherland’s slick four-wicket haul that kept Bangladesh pinned down to a modest 166 despite Ritu Moni’s fighting 45. The run-chase proved a stroll in the park for the world champions, with Phoebe Litchfield setting the tempo through an aggressive 77 to seal the win in under 26 overs.
Heading into Sunday’s second ODI at the same Brisbane venue, Bangladesh are under immediate pressure to save the three-match series, requiring captain Nigar Sultana and her top order to show significantly more spine against high-quality pace. For Australia, skipper Tahlia McGrath will expect her side to maintain their cutthroat intensity and wrap up the series, whereas the visitors must survive the opening burst of Megan Schutt and Kim Garth to post a competitive target and give their bowling attack a real chance to level the playing field.
Squads:
Australia Women’s Cricket Team
Tahlia McGrath (C), Ashleigh Gardner, Nicola Carey, Kim Garth, Alana King, Phoebe Litchfield, Beth Mooney, Ellyse Perry, Megan Schutt, Annabel Sutherland, Georgia Voll, Georgia Wareham
Bangladesh Women’s Cricket Team
Nigar Sultana Joty, Nahida Akter, Dilara Akter, Disha Biswas, Fargana Hoque, Habiba Islam, Marufa Akter, Sobhana Mostary, Murshida Khatun, Nigar Sultana, Rabeya Khan, Ritu Moni, Sanjida Akter Meghla, Sarmin Sultana, Sharmin Akhter, Shorna Akter, Sultana Khatun
Head-to-head:
- Played – 6
- Australia Won – 6
- Bangladesh Won – 0
- NR – 0
Across 6 head-to-head encounters, Australia has held absolute command over Bangladesh with a sweeping 6-0. These figures highlight the steep hill Bangladesh must climb whenever they face the world’s most dominant side. While the record heavily favors the Australians, every game offers Bangladesh a chance to narrow the gap, build resilience, and push for an upset against the standard-bearers of international cricket.
Where to Watch Australia Women vs Bangladesh Women
Date – October 11, 2026
Time – 9:20 AM IST
Venue – Allan Border Field, Brisbane
Fixtures & Results:
1st ODI – October 9 – Australia Won by 7 wickets
2nd ODI – October 11 – Upcoming
3rd ODI – October 14 – Upcoming
Live and Streaming Details:
Australia –
TV: Seven Network / Foxtel (Fox Cricket)
Live Stream: 7plus / Kayo Sports / cricket.com.au app
India & South Asia –
Live Stream: FanCode app and website
Bangladesh –
TV: T Sports / Nagorik TV
Live Stream: Tapmad app / website
USA & Canada –
TV / Live Stream: Willow TV / Willow by Cricbuzz
UK & Rest of the World –
Live Stream: ICC.tv or TNT Sports (UK) / TrillerTV