The Australia Women vs India Women 3rd T20I will be played on February 21, 2026, at the Adelaide Oval. The match will begin at 2:15 PM IST (6:45 PM local time AEDT). With the three-match series level at 1-1, this game will decide the winner of the series.
India Women started the series strongly with a 21-run win (DLS method) in the first T20I. However, Australia Women bounced back in the second match with a 19-run victory to level the series. This final match is crucial for both teams.
For India Women, this is a historic opportunity. They have never won a bilateral T20I series in Australia, and a win here would mark a major achievement. Australia Women, on the other hand, will aim to maintain their strong record at home and finish the series on a winning note.
AUS W vs IND W Match Details
| Match | Australia Women vs India Women, 3rd T20I |
|---|---|
| Series | India Women Tour of Australia 2026 |
| Date | 21 February 2026 |
| Time | 2:15 PM IST / 6:45 PM AEDT |
| Venue | Adelaide Oval, Adelaide |
| Live Streaming (India) | JioHotstar (App & Website) |
| TV Broadcast (India) | Star Sports Network |
| Australia Broadcast | Fox Cricket, Kayo Sports |
Series Situation
The series is perfectly balanced at 1-1. The first match went India’s way, while Australia dominated the second game. Momentum slightly favors the hosts, but India have shown they can compete strongly in Australian conditions.
This match is not just about the series win but also about confidence ahead of upcoming international assignments.
AUS W vs IND W Head-to-Head Record (T20Is)
| Matches | Australia Won | India Won | No Result/Tie |
|---|---|---|---|
| 37 | 28 | 7 | 2 |
Australia Women have historically dominated the rivalry, but India have improved significantly in recent years, making contests more competitive.
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AUS W vs IND W Pitch Report Today Match
Adelaide Oval usually offers a balanced surface in T20 cricket. The pitch provides true bounce and good pace, which helps batters play their shots freely. The fast outfield also supports quick scoring.
Pacers can get early movement and carry with the new ball, while spinners may find some grip during the middle overs. The average first-innings score here is around 150–170, but totals above 180 are possible with strong batting.
Since this is an evening match, dew could make chasing easier. Teams winning the toss may prefer to bowl first.
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AUS W vs IND W Probable Playing XI
Australia Women
Georgia Voll, Beth Mooney (wk), Phoebe Litchfield, Ellyse Perry, Ashleigh Gardner, Annabel Sutherland, Sophie Molineux (c), Georgia Wareham, Kim Garth, Darcie Brown, Megan Schutt
Impact option: Nicola Carey / Grace Harris
India Women
Smriti Mandhana, Shafali Verma, Jemimah Rodrigues, Harmanpreet Kaur (c), Richa Ghosh (wk), Deepti Sharma, Amanjot Kaur, Arundhati Reddy, Shreyanka Patil, Kranti Goud, Renuka Singh Thakur
Impact option: Additional spin option
Players to Watch
Australia Women:
Ellyse Perry’s all-round experience, Beth Mooney’s consistency at the top, captain Sophie Molineux’s spin, and Megan Schutt with the new ball.
India Women:
The opening pair of Smriti Mandhana and Shafali Verma, captain Harmanpreet Kaur’s middle-order role, Richa Ghosh’s finishing ability, and Deepti Sharma’s all-round performance.
Key Match Factors
- Early wickets will be crucial for both teams.
- Dew may help the chasing side.
- A score of 160–170+ could be competitive on this surface.
IND W vs AUS W Match Prediction
Australia Women hold a slight advantage due to home conditions and experience at Adelaide. However, India Women have a strong spin attack and powerful middle order, which gives them a real chance to create history.
If India’s top order provides a solid start and their bowlers control the middle overs, they can push for their first-ever T20I series win in Australia. Otherwise, Australia Women will look to use their home strength to clinch the series 2-1 in what promises to be a thrilling decider.
