The ODI series got off to a tough start for the West Indies, as they suffered a heavy defeat and fell 1-0 behind. Veteran Stafanie Taylor stood out as the lone fighter for the home side, supported briefly by Chinelle Henry. Taylor delivered an outstanding all-round performance, scoring an unbeaten 105 off 129 balls and picking up two wickets, though it came in a losing effort.
Australia’s innings was anchored by opener Phoebe Litchfield, who scored 77 off 72 balls to register her 10th ODI half-century after captain Sophie Molineux chose to bat first. The Australian lineup contributed collectively, with Georgia Voll adding useful runs, while Molineux scored 47 and narrowly missed a half-century. Nicola Carey also fell just short of a fifty with 49 off 39 balls. A quickfire 42 off 21 balls from Georgia Wareham added late momentum, helping Australia approach the 350-run mark and gain a strong psychological advantage. They eventually secured a commanding 103-run victory to take a 1-0 lead in the three-match series.
In the bowling department, Afy Fletcher and Kim Garth were the standout performers, claiming three wickets each. Meanwhile, Ashleigh Gardner, Deandra Dottin, and Stafanie Taylor chipped in with two wickets apiece.
For the West Indies to bounce back in the series, the experienced core of Hayley Matthews, Stafanie Taylor, Afy Fletcher, and Karishma Ramharack will play a crucial role.
West Indies Women vs Australia Women: Streaming Details
When will the West Indies Women vs Australia Women match take place?
The match will be held on Sunday, March 29, 2026.
When will the West Indies Women vs Australia Women match start?
The match starts at 11:30 pm IST, with the toss at 7:00 pm IST on the 29th of March, Sunday.
Where will the West Indies Women vs Australia Women match be played?
The match will be played at Warner Park, Basseterre, St Kitts
Where to watch the West Indies Women vs Australia Women Match in India?
The Match will be Live on Fancode.
Squads
Australia Women
Phoebe Litchfield, Beth Mooney (wk), Georgia Voll, Tahlia Wilson, Sophie Molineux, Ashleigh Gardner, Kim Garth, Lucy Hamilton, Alana King, Tahlia McGrath, Ellyse Perry, Darcie Brown, Nicola Carey, Megan Schutt, and Georgia Wareham.
West Indies Women
Hayley Matthews, Chenille Henry, Deandra Dottin, Realeanna Grimmond, Qiana Joseph, Stafanie Taylor, Aaliyah Alleyne, Jahzara Claxton, Jannillea Glasgow, Ashmini Munisar, Shemaine Campbelle Campbelle (wk), Shunelle Sawh, Afy Fletcher, Shawnisha Hector, and Karishma Ramharack.
