India A Women will head into the second One-Dayer against Australia A Women with momentum on their side after a confident three-wicket win in the series opener and leading 1-0.
Australia A put up 214 – a solid 51 from Rachel Trenaman and a classy unbeaten 92* from Anika Learoyd. India’s bowlers, led by Radha Yadav (3/45) and Titas Sadhu (2/37), kept the scoring in check before the chase was anchored by Yastika Bhatia’s 59, supported by Shafali Verma’s brisk 36 and Dhara Gujjar’s crucial 31.
With the series still open, both teams will be eyeing a strong performance in this crucial encounter.
Squads
Australia A Women’s Cricket Team
Nicole Faltum (C), Tahlia Wilson (VC), Lauren Cheatle, Amy Edgar, Tess Flintoff, Kim Garth, Sianna Ginger, Lucy Hamilton, Alyssa Healy, Anika Learoyd, Madeline Penna, Rachel Trenaman, Courtney Webb
India A Women’s Cricket Team
Radha Yadav (C), Minnu Mani (VC), Shafali Verma, D. Vrinda, Sajana Sajeevan, Uma Chetry (WK), Raghvi Bist, Prema Rawat, Nandini Kashyap (WK), Tanuja Kanwer, Joshita VJ, Shabnam Shakeel, Saima Thakor, Titas Sadhu, Dhara Gujjar
Players to Watch
Anika Learoyd
Anika Learoyd has been in sublime touch this series, showcasing her ability to adapt across formats. In the first One-Dayer, she produced a match-defining unbeaten 92*, holding the innings together with maturity well beyond her experience. Earlier in the series, she struck a composed 50* in the opening T20 against India A, underlining her consistency and temperament. New to this format at the representative level, Learoyd’s run-scoring form makes her a crucial wicket for India to target.
Lucy Hamilton
Young all-rounder Lucy Hamilton has already started making waves with her disciplined bowling and competitive spirit. In the opening One-Dayer, she claimed 2/36 despite ending on the losing side, showing her ability to apply pressure in the middle overs. Known for her versatility with both bat and ball, Hamilton is still finding her feet at this level, but her pace and knack for breakthroughs could tilt the contest in Australia A’s favour if she fires.
Shafali Verma
Explosive at the top of the order, Shafali Verma gave India A the early momentum in the first One-Dayer with a brisk 36 off just 31 deliveries. With 29 WODI innings under her belt, she has accumulated 644 runs, including a highest score of 71*. Her aggressive approach can dismantle bowling attacks within the powerplay, making her one of the most dangerous batters in the lineup.
Radha Yadav
Skipper Radha Yadav led from the front in the opening One-Dayer, picking up 3/45 to peg back Australia A at key moments. In her 8 WODI innings so far, she has claimed 8 wickets, with a best of 4/69. A clever left-arm spinner with the ability to outfox batters through variations, Radha also brings strong leadership and composure under pressure, traits that could prove decisive as the series unfolds.
Pitch Report
The surface at the Ian Healy Oval offers an even contest between bat and ball. Batters can score freely once set, while pacers are rewarded for accuracy and movement off the pitch. The average first-innings score in the 130s reflects the balance between the two disciplines.
Weather Report
Conditions are expected to be pleasant, with temperatures around 21°C, 15% chance of precipitation, and 65% humidity. Sunshine should make the game day excellent playing conditions.
Fantasy Picks
Anika Learoyd, Rachel Trenaman, Lucy Hamilton, Nicole Faltum, Tess Flintoff, Shafali Verma, Yastika Bhatia, Radha Yadav, Titas Sadhu, Dhara Gujjar, Minnu Mani
Match Details
Date: 15th August, 2025
Time: 5:00 AM
Venue: Ian Healy Oval, Brisbane
Broadcast: In India, the game will be live streamed on the FanCode app and website and in Australia, Kayo Sports and cricket.com.au are the streaming partners.
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