The thirteenth fixture of the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 2025 promises a blockbuster contest as India Women face off against Australia Women on October 12th at the Dr Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, Visakhapatnam. The action begins at 3:00 PM IST, setting the stage for a classic duel between India’s aggressive flair and Australia’s tactical dominance.
India have been one of the most consistent teams in the tournament so far, blending experience with youthful energy. They began their campaign in style against Sri Lanka, posting a DLS-adjusted 271 — a total powered by valuable lower-order contributions — before bowling out the islanders for 211 to seal a 59-run win. Against Pakistan, India displayed complete control, posting 247 and dismissing their arch-rivals for 159, registering an 88-run victory. However, their unbeaten streak was broken by South Africa, who chased down India’s 251 in a thrilling finish to win by three wickets.
Australia, on the other hand, have showcased their trademark resilience. They began their campaign emphatically against New Zealand, recovering from 128/5 to post 327 — thanks to a counterattacking masterclass from Ashleigh Gardner — and went on to clinch an 89-run victory. Their clash with Sri Lanka was washed out due to rain, forcing both teams to share points. In their next outing against Pakistan, they found themselves reeling at 115/8 before Beth Mooney and Alana King rescued the innings, helping them post 221/9. The bowlers then dismantled Pakistan for 114 to complete a stunning turnaround.
Squads:
India Women’s Cricket Team
Harmanpreet Kaur (C), Smriti Mandhana, Pratika Rawal, Harleen Deol, Deepti Sharma, Jemimah Rodrigues, Renuka Singh Thakur, Arundhati Reddy, Richa Ghosh (WK), Kranti Goud, Amanjot Kaur, Radha Yadav, Sree Charani, Uma Chetry (WK), Sneh Rana
Australia Women’s Cricket Team
Alyssa Healy (C), Darcie Brown, Ash Gardner, Kim Garth, Heather Graham, Alana King, Phoebe Litchfield, Tahlia McGrath, Sophie Molineux, Beth Mooney, Ellyse Perry, Megan Schutt, Annabel Sutherland, Georgia Voll, Georgia Wareham
Players to watch out:
Harleen Deol
The 27-year-old has been in solid touch across formats. After steady warm-up performances, she has carried her form into the World Cup — scoring 48 vs Sri Lanka, 46 vs Pakistan, and 13 vs South Africa. With 988 runs in 33 ODIs and a best of 118, her consistency and composure make her a vital middle-order pillar.
N Sree Charani
The 21-year-old emerging pacer has been impressive with her control and variations. After notable warm-up spells, she has delivered economical figures through the tournament — 2/37 vs Sri Lanka, 0/26 vs Pakistan, and 1/37 vs South Africa. In 12 ODIs, she has picked up 12 wickets, with a best of 2/26.
Beth Mooney
One of Australia’s most dependable batters, Mooney continues to thrive under pressure. After scoring 59* in the warm-up against England, she delivered a match-winning 109 vs Pakistan, rescuing Australia from a collapse. With 2907 runs in 87 ODIs and a best of 138, her calm under pressure remains her greatest weapon.
Kim Garth
The all-rounder has been quietly effective with both bat and ball. She contributed 38 runs vs New Zealand and bagged 3/14 vs Pakistan, turning the game Australia’s way. With 60 ODIs, 593 runs, and 62 wickets to her name (best bowling 4/11), Garth’s versatility makes her an invaluable asset.
Pitch:
The surface at the Dr Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Stadium traditionally offers something for everyone — grip and turn for the spinners, as well as bounce and carry under lights. Batting tends to get trickier as the game progresses, making toss crucial. Teams batting first have fared better historically, with recent matches witnessing an average first-innings score of around 252 and approximately six wickets falling per innings.
Weather:
Expect mostly sunny conditions in Visakhapatnam, with temperatures hovering around 32°C and humidity near 79%. There’s only a 5% chance of rain, ensuring minimal interruptions. A light 12 kph breeze could aid early swing before spin comes into play in the later stages.
Fantasy Playing XI:
Smriti Mandhana, Deepti Sharma, Harleen Deol, Richa Ghosh, Sneh Rana, Annabel Sutherland, Beth Mooney, Alana King, Kim Garth, Ashleigh Gardner, Phoebe Litchfield
Match Details:
Date – October 12, 2025
Time – 3:00 PM IST
Venue – Dr Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, Visakhapatnam
Broadcast – Live on Star Sports Network | Streaming on JioCinema
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