Australia Women vs India Women Only Test Match 2026 – Full Match Report
Match Overview
The Only Test Match of the India Women Tour of Australia 2026 at the iconic W.A.C.A. Ground, Perth delivered an intense battle in the longest format of the game. With both teams eager to prove their dominance in red-ball cricket, the match provided moments of resilience, brilliance, and tactical control.
After winning the toss, Australia Women opted to bowl first, immediately applying pressure on India’s batting lineup. India Women managed 198 runs in their first innings, with Jemimah Rodrigues scoring a determined half-century. Australia’s bowling attack, led by Annabel Sutherland and Lucy Hamilton, kept the visitors from building large partnerships.
Australia responded strongly with the bat. Annabel Sutherland produced a stunning century (129) while Ellyse Perry contributed 76, guiding the hosts to 323 runs and a commanding lead.
India’s second innings showed resistance through Pratika Rawal’s fighting 63, but the Australian bowlers once again dominated. India were dismissed for 149, leaving Australia a small target of 25 runs, which they chased comfortably to secure a 10-wicket victory.
Quick Info
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Match: Australia Women vs India Women – Only Test Match 2026
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Venue: W.A.C.A. Ground, Perth
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Date: March 6, 2026
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Time: 1:20 PM Local Time
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Player to Watch: Annabel Sutherland
Match: Australia Women vs India Women – Only Test Match 2026
Venue: W.A.C.A. Ground, Perth
Date: March 6, 2026
Time: 1:20 PM Local Time
Player to Watch: Annabel Sutherland
India Women – 1st Innings
India Women struggled to gain early momentum as Smriti Mandhana fell cheaply. Shafali Verma’s aggressive 35 provided some early spark, but wickets continued to fall at regular intervals.
The innings was stabilized by Jemimah Rodrigues, who scored a composed 52 runs, anchoring the middle order. Toward the end, Kashvee Gautam added a valuable unbeaten 34, helping India reach 198 all out in 62.4 overs.
Australia’s bowling attack was exceptional, with Annabel Sutherland claiming four wickets and Lucy Hamilton picking up three, keeping India under pressure throughout the innings.
Australia Women – 1st Innings
Australia responded confidently in their first innings. Although they lost early wickets, experienced players stepped up to build a strong total.
The highlight of the innings was Annabel Sutherland’s magnificent 129 runs, an innings filled with authority and patience. She formed a key partnership with Ellyse Perry, who scored a brilliant 76 runs.
Australia eventually posted 323 runs, securing a crucial 125-run lead over India.
1st Innings Performance Table
Player Performance Annabel Sutherland (AUS) 129 (171) Ellyse Perry (AUS) 76 (116) Jemimah Rodrigues (IND) 52 (84)
Bowler Figures Annabel Sutherland (AUS) 4/46 Lucy Hamilton (AUS) 3/31
| Player | Performance |
|---|---|
| Annabel Sutherland (AUS) | 129 (171) |
| Ellyse Perry (AUS) | 76 (116) |
| Jemimah Rodrigues (IND) | 52 (84) |
| Bowler | Figures |
|---|---|
| Annabel Sutherland (AUS) | 4/46 |
| Lucy Hamilton (AUS) | 3/31 |
India Women – 2nd Innings
Trailing by 125 runs, India needed a strong response but lost early wickets again. Smriti Mandhana and Shafali Verma were dismissed quickly, putting the visitors under immediate pressure.
The innings was anchored by Pratika Rawal, who showed remarkable resilience with 63 runs from 137 balls. Sneh Rana added a valuable 30 runs, but the rest of the lineup struggled against Australia’s disciplined bowling attack.
Australia’s bowlers shared the wickets effectively, with Lucy Hamilton taking three wickets, while Ashleigh Gardner and Alana King claimed two each. India were eventually bowled out for 149 runs.
Australia Women – 2nd Innings
With just 25 runs required to win, Australia approached the chase confidently. Openers Georgia Voll and Phoebe Litchfield comfortably guided the team to victory.
Voll remained not out on 16, while Litchfield contributed 11 runs, as Australia reached 28/0 in just 4.3 overs, sealing a convincing win.
2nd Innings Performance Table
Player Performance Pratika Rawal (IND) 63 (137) Sneh Rana (IND) 30 (54) Georgia Voll (AUS) 16* (13)
Bowler Figures Lucy Hamilton (AUS) 3/32 Ashleigh Gardner (AUS) 2/8
| Player | Performance |
|---|---|
| Pratika Rawal (IND) | 63 (137) |
| Sneh Rana (IND) | 30 (54) |
| Georgia Voll (AUS) | 16* (13) |
| Bowler | Figures |
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| Lucy Hamilton (AUS) | 3/32 |
| Ashleigh Gardner (AUS) | 2/8 |
Top Performer – Player of the Match
🏆 Annabel Sutherland
Annabel Sutherland delivered one of the most impactful performances of the match. She took 4 wickets in India’s first innings and followed it up with a magnificent 129-run century, the highest score of the match. Her all-round brilliance played a crucial role in Australia gaining a decisive lead and ultimately winning the match.
Final Result
Australia Women defeated India Women by 10 wickets in the Only Test Match 2026 at the W.A.C.A. Ground, Perth.
Conclusion
Australia Women demonstrated their strength and consistency in Test cricket with a dominant performance across all innings. The combination of strong batting from Annabel Sutherland and Ellyse Perry and disciplined bowling ensured the hosts controlled the match throughout.
For India Women, the performances of Jemimah Rodrigues and Pratika Rawal offered positive signs, but the team struggled to convert starts into big partnerships.
As women’s Test cricket continues to grow globally, this match highlights Australia’s continued dominance while providing India valuable experience in challenging overseas conditions.
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