The Australia women’s national cricket team vs India women’s national cricket team match scorecard from the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 shows how Australia produced a record-breaking chase to eliminate India from the tournament. The high-pressure Group A match was played at Lord’s Cricket Ground in London on June 28, 2026.
India Women won the toss and decided to bat first. They posted a competitive 170/4 in 20 overs, with Harmanpreet Kaur leading the innings with a brilliant 56 off 27 balls. Smriti Mandhana contributed 38, while Shafali Verma and Jemimah Rodrigues both made 34.
Australia Women, however, responded with an outstanding chase. Ellyse Perry scored a composed 56 from 38 balls and Ashleigh Gardner smashed an unbeaten 53 from just 29 deliveries. The pair added exactly 100 runs for the fourth wicket, taking Australia to 172/4 in 19 overs.
Australia won by six wickets with six balls remaining, completing the highest successful chase in Women’s T20 World Cup history at that time. Perry was named Player of the Match for her match-winning 56.
Australia Women vs India Women Match Overview
The match was the final Group A fixture of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 and carried enormous importance for India. Australia had already secured their place at the top of the group, but India needed a victory to keep their semi-final hopes alive.
| Match Detail | Information |
| Match | Australia Women vs India Women |
| Tournament | ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 |
| Match | Group A, Match 30 |
| Date | June 28, 2026 |
| Venue | Lord’s Cricket Ground, London |
| Toss | India Women won |
| Decision | India elected to bat |
| India Women | 170/4 |
| Australia Women | 172/4 |
| Result | Australia won by 6 wickets |
| Winning Overs | 19.0 |
| Player of the Match | Ellyse Perry |
| Perry’s Score | 56 off 38 |
| Gardner’s Score | 53* off 29 |
The result had consequences beyond the individual match. Australia’s victory maintained their unbeaten tournament run and confirmed top position in Group A. South Africa also progressed to the semi-finals, while India were eliminated.
Australia Women’s National Cricket Team vs India Women’s National Cricket Team Match Scorecard
The full scorecard shows two contrasting innings. India built a strong total through an excellent opening partnership and a powerful finish from Harmanpreet Kaur. Australia then used experience and aggressive middle-order batting to complete the chase.
India Women Batting Scorecard
| Batter | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | Strike Rate |
| Smriti Mandhana | 38 | 37 | 6 | 0 | 102.70 |
| Shafali Verma | 34 | 26 | 3 | 2 | 130.77 |
| Jemimah Rodrigues | 34 | 28 | 1 | 1 | 121.43 |
| Harmanpreet Kaur | 56 | 27 | 6 | 3 | 207.41 |
| Richa Ghosh | 1* | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.00 |
| Deepti Sharma | 4* | 1 | 1 | 0 | 400.00 |
| Extras | 3 | ||||
| Total | 170/4 | 20 overs | 8.50 RPO |
India’s innings was built around two important phases.
The first was the opening partnership between Smriti Mandhana and Shafali Verma. The pair added 66 runs, giving India the foundation for a competitive total. Shafali scored 34 from 26 balls, including three fours and two sixes, while Mandhana made 38 from 37 balls with six boundaries. (The Times of India)
The second major phase came at the end of the innings when Harmanpreet Kaur accelerated dramatically. Her 56 from 27 balls included six fours and three sixes, giving her a strike rate of more than 207.
India therefore reached 170/4, a total that looked challenging but ultimately proved insufficient against Australia’s powerful batting line-up.
Australia Women Bowling Scorecard
Australia’s bowlers were put under pressure early, but Sophie Molineux made two crucial breakthroughs.
| Bowler | Overs | Runs | Wickets | Economy |
| Lucy Hamilton | 3 | 17 | 0 | 5.67 |
| Kim Garth | 3 | 24 | 0 | 8.00 |
| Ashleigh Gardner | 2 | 25 | 0 | 12.50 |
| Ellyse Perry | 1 | 7 | 0 | 7.00 |
| Georgia Wareham | 3 | 16 | 0 | 5.33 |
| Annabel Sutherland | 4 | 35 | 0 | 8.75 |
| Sophie Molineux | 4 | 46 | 2 | 11.50 |
Molineux dismissed Shafali Verma and Harmanpreet Kaur, including the major wicket of India’s captain after her explosive half-century. Despite conceding 46 runs, those two wickets were important in Australia’s overall bowling performance.
Australia Women Batting Scorecard
Australia’s reply was even more impressive than India’s first innings.
| Batter | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | Strike Rate |
| Georgia Voll | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 200.00 |
| Beth Mooney | 22 | 20 | 2 | 0 | 110.00 |
| Phoebe Litchfield | 24 | 25 | 2 | 1 | 96.00 |
| Ellyse Perry | 56 | 38 | 8 | 0 | 147.37 |
| Ashleigh Gardner | 53* | 29 | 3 | 3 | 182.76 |
| Georgia Wareham | 4* | 2 | 1 | 0 | 200.00 |
| Extras | 9 | ||||
| Total | 172/4 | 19 overs | 9.05 RPO |
Australia’s chase did not begin perfectly. Georgia Voll hit a boundary from the first ball but was dismissed on the next delivery by Renuka Singh Thakur.
Beth Mooney and Phoebe Litchfield then tried to rebuild the innings. Mooney scored 22 from 20 balls, while Litchfield made 24 from 25.
Australia reached 68/3 after Beth Mooney was dismissed, leaving the match finely balanced.
That was when Ellyse Perry and Ashleigh Gardner took control.
Perry scored 56 from 38 balls with eight fours. Gardner was even more aggressive, finishing unbeaten on 53 from 29 balls with three fours and three sixes.
Their partnership of exactly 100 runs transformed the match and ultimately delivered Australia a six-wicket victory.
India Women Bowling Scorecard
India’s bowlers had moments of success but could not contain Australia’s middle order.
| Bowler | Overs | Runs | Wickets | Economy |
| Renuka Singh Thakur | 4 | 41 | 1 | 10.25 |
| Kranti Gaud | 1 | 12 | 0 | 12.00 |
| Shafali Verma | 4 | 29 | 0 | 7.25 |
| Sree Charani | 4 | 32 | 2 | 8.00 |
| Deepti Sharma | 4 | 31 | 1 | 7.75 |
| Radha Yadav | 2 | 24 | 0 | 12.00 |
Sree Charani was India’s most successful bowler with 2/32. She dismissed Phoebe Litchfield and Ellyse Perry, but Australia’s required run rate remained under control.
Renuka Singh Thakur took the early wicket of Georgia Voll, while Deepti Sharma dismissed Beth Mooney. However, India could not find another breakthrough after Perry and Gardner settled at the crease.
Australia Women vs India Women Match Result
Australia Women defeated India Women by six wickets at Lord’s.
India scored 170/4 in 20 overs, setting Australia a target of 171. Australia reached 172/4 in 19 overs, winning with six balls remaining.
The final result was particularly significant because India needed to win to progress to the semi-finals. Australia’s victory not only preserved their unbeaten record but also ended India’s campaign.
Ellyse Perry was the Player of the Match after scoring 56 from 38 balls. Ashleigh Gardner’s unbeaten 53 from 29 balls was equally important because she provided the acceleration required during the final stages.
The official ICC report described the chase as a record-breaking Women’s T20 World Cup chase, with Perry and Gardner combining for a match-winning 100-run stand.
Australia Women vs India Women Match Review
This was one of the most important matches of the Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 because India’s semi-final hopes depended on the result.
India Made a Strong Start
India’s opening partnership gave them exactly the start they wanted.
Mandhana and Shafali attacked the Australian bowling without taking excessive risks. Their 66-run partnership created a strong platform, and Shafali’s 34 included five boundaries.
Australia needed a breakthrough, and Sophie Molineux provided it by dismissing Shafali.
Mandhana then departed for 38 after a run-out, leaving India at 83/2.
The match was still evenly balanced at that point.
Jemimah and Harmanpreet Rebuild
Jemimah Rodrigues added 34 from 28 balls and helped India maintain the scoring rate.
She eventually retired out after India reached 147/3, bringing Richa Ghosh to the crease.
The real acceleration came from Harmanpreet Kaur.
India’s captain attacked the Australian bowlers during the closing overs and reached her half-century from only 25 balls. Her innings included three sixes and six fours.
She pushed India to 170/4, giving Australia a demanding target.
Australia Lose Early Wickets
Australia’s chase began with a boundary but immediately suffered a setback when Renuka Singh Thakur dismissed Georgia Voll.
India would have hoped that an early wicket could create sustained pressure.
However, Beth Mooney and Phoebe Litchfield rebuilt the innings.
Mooney was dismissed by Deepti Sharma, and Litchfield later fell to Sree Charani.
At 68/3, Australia were not yet in control.
Perry and Gardner Change Everything
The match turned when Ellyse Perry joined Ashleigh Gardner.
Instead of allowing the required rate to increase, they attacked the Indian bowlers.
Perry’s experience was crucial. She rotated the strike effectively before finding boundaries whenever India offered opportunities.
Gardner provided the aggression from the other end.
Together they scored exactly 100 runs, a partnership that completely changed the momentum.
With six overs remaining, Australia needed 62 runs. That looked challenging, but the experienced pair continued scoring at more than ten runs per over.
Australia Complete the Record Chase
Perry brought up her half-century from 33 balls.
Gardner followed with a series of powerful strokes, including sixes.
Perry was eventually dismissed for 56 with Australia needing only a few more runs.
Georgia Wareham then came to the crease and hit the winning boundary in the 19th over.
Australia finished at 172/4 and won by six wickets.
The chase became the highest successful run chase in Women’s T20 World Cup history, underlining just how impressive Australia’s response was.
Ellyse Perry’s Match-Winning Performance
Ellyse Perry was the central figure in Australia’s victory.
Coming in with Australia under pressure, Perry did not try to attack every delivery. Instead, she used her experience to judge the match situation and build the chase.
Her unbeaten-looking control changed after she formed a partnership with Gardner. Once the pair had established themselves, the required run rate became much more manageable.
Perry scored 56 from 38 balls, including eight fours, at a strike rate of 147.37.
Her innings was particularly impressive because it came in a high-pressure situation. India needed wickets, while Australia needed to maintain a run rate above nine an over.
Perry managed both requirements perfectly.
The ICC later highlighted her performance as one of the defining moments of Australia’s tournament. She finished the 2026 Women’s T20 World Cup with 198 runs and was selected in the Team of the Tournament.
Her 56 against India therefore became more than just an individual score. It was a match-winning innings that protected Australia’s unbeaten record and helped send India out of the competition.
Ashleigh Gardner’s Explosive Knock
Ashleigh Gardner provided the perfect partner for Perry.
While Perry focused on control and timing, Gardner attacked the Indian bowlers whenever the opportunity appeared.
She scored 53 not out from 29 balls, hitting three fours and three sixes. Her strike rate of 182.76 showed how aggressively she finished the chase.
Gardner’s role became increasingly important as Australia approached the target.
She reached her half-century in just 28 balls, and her unbeaten innings ensured that Australia’s chase never entered a final-over crisis.
The Perry-Gardner partnership of 100 was the defining partnership of the Australia Women batting innings.
It also demonstrated the value of having experienced players capable of adjusting their batting styles according to the match situation.
Perry provided stability, Gardner provided power, and together they dismantled India’s bowling attack.
Key Players in Australia Women vs India Women
Ellyse Perry
Perry scored 56 from 38 balls and was named Player of the Match. Her experience was crucial during Australia’s difficult middle phase.
Ashleigh Gardner
Gardner’s 53* from 29 balls was one of the most aggressive innings of the match. Her three sixes helped Australia accelerate dramatically.
Harmanpreet Kaur
India’s captain produced one of the best innings of the match. Her 56 from 27 balls came at a strike rate of 207.41.
Smriti Mandhana
Mandhana scored 38 from 37 balls and played an important role in India’s 66-run opening partnership.
Shafali Verma
Shafali made 34 from 26 balls and provided India’s early aggression.
Sophie Molineux
Molineux took 2/46 and dismissed both Shafali and Harmanpreet Kaur, two of India’s most dangerous batters.
Sree Charani
Charani returned 2/32 and dismissed both Litchfield and Perry during Australia’s chase.
Why Did India Score 170/4?
India’s total of 170/4 was the result of a strong start and an excellent finish.
The opening partnership of 66 gave India control during the first phase.
Shafali’s attacking approach ensured the scoring rate remained healthy, while Mandhana provided stability.
After both openers departed, Jemimah Rodrigues kept the innings moving with 34.
But Harmanpreet Kaur was the main reason India reached 170.
Her 56 from 27 balls transformed what could have been a 150–160 total into a much more competitive score.
India scored at 8.50 runs per over, which is generally a strong T20 total.
The problem was that Australia’s batting line-up was capable of chasing at an even higher rate.
India also needed to take wickets during Australia’s middle overs. Once Perry and Gardner were established, 170 no longer looked as intimidating.
So the issue was not necessarily India’s batting performance. The bigger problem was that their bowling attack could not defend a competitive target against Australia’s experienced chase.
How Did Australia Chase 171?
Australia’s successful run chase had three distinct stages.
Powerplay
Georgia Voll’s dismissal on the second ball gave India early encouragement.
Australia recovered through Beth Mooney and Phoebe Litchfield, although India’s bowlers maintained pressure.
Australia reached 49 runs during the powerplay.
Middle Overs
The key moment came after Australia reached 68/3.
Perry and Gardner began their partnership and immediately changed the tempo.
Perry’s ability to rotate strike prevented the required rate from climbing, while Gardner attacked the shorter opportunities.
Final Overs
The final six overs belonged to Australia.
The pair began scoring at more than ten runs per over, and the 100-run partnership put Australia firmly ahead.
Perry reached 56 before being dismissed at 168/4.
Georgia Wareham then struck the winning four, completing the chase at 172/4 in 19 overs.
Australia Women vs India Women Head-to-Head
Australia and India have developed one of the strongest rivalries in women’s cricket.
Their contests regularly take place across T20Is, ODIs and World Cups, with both teams possessing world-class players.
Australia have historically been one of the strongest teams in women’s international cricket, while India have steadily become a major force, particularly in limited-overs cricket.
The rivalry has become especially competitive in recent years because India’s batting line-up contains players such as Smriti Mandhana, Shafali Verma and Harmanpreet Kaur, while Australia have relied on experienced campaigners including Ellyse Perry, Beth Mooney and Ashleigh Gardner.
The 2026 World Cup meeting added another major chapter to the rivalry.
India entered the match needing a victory, whereas Australia had already established themselves as the group leaders.
The six-wicket victory gave Australia another important result against India and maintained their unbeaten run in the tournament.
For India, the result was particularly painful because they had already produced a strong total of 170/4.
Australia Women vs India Women Previous Matches
The teams had already met during the 2026 bilateral season before the World Cup.
Their three-match T20I series in February was closely contested, with India winning the series 2-1.
The first T20I was won by India by 21 runs via the DLS method, while Australia responded by winning the second match by 19 runs. India then won the third match by 17 runs.
The ODI series that followed produced a completely different outcome.
Australia won all three ODIs, including victories by six wickets, five wickets and 185 runs.
This made the 2026 World Cup meeting particularly interesting because the two sides had experienced contrasting results in the two formats.
Australia’s World Cup victory showed their ability to adapt to the pressure of a global tournament and chase a challenging total successfully.
It also demonstrated why their experienced players remain so influential in major tournaments.
Australia Women vs India Women Match Highlights
The main highlights of the match were:
- India won the toss and chose to bat.
- Smriti Mandhana scored 38.
- Shafali Verma scored 34.
- India and Shafali-Mandhana produced a 66-run opening stand.
- Jemimah Rodrigues scored 34.
- Harmanpreet Kaur smashed 56 from 27 balls.
- India finished at 170/4.
- Sophie Molineux took 2/46.
- Georgia Voll was dismissed for 4.
- Beth Mooney scored 22.
- Phoebe Litchfield made 24.
- Ellyse Perry scored 56 from 38 balls.
- Ashleigh Gardner scored 53* from 29 balls.
- Perry and Gardner added 100 runs.
- Australia reached 172/4 in 19 overs.
- Australia won by six wickets.
- Ellyse Perry was Player of the Match.
- India were eliminated from the tournament.
What Went Right for Australia Women?
Australia’s biggest strength was their ability to remain calm under pressure.
Losing Georgia Voll early could have made the chase difficult, especially against an India team that needed victory.
Instead, the Australian middle order rebuilt the innings.
Beth Mooney and Phoebe Litchfield contributed important runs before Perry and Gardner took over.
The biggest positive was Australia’s finishing ability.
Perry understood when to rotate the strike and when to attack, while Gardner provided the explosive hitting required in the final overs.
The 100-run partnership was the perfect example of controlled T20 batting.
Australia also benefited from their bowling performance in key moments. Molineux’s wickets of Shafali and Harmanpreet prevented India from scoring even more during the final overs.
Overall, Australia combined disciplined bowling, experienced batting and excellent game awareness.
What Went Wrong for India Women?
India’s batting performance was actually one of the positives of the match.
A total of 170/4 should have given them a realistic opportunity to win.
The major issue was the bowling performance during the middle and final stages.
India did take four wickets, but they could not break the Perry-Gardner partnership quickly enough.
After Australia reached 68/3, India needed another wicket to keep the pressure high.
Instead, Perry and Gardner controlled the chase.
India’s bowling options were also stretched, with some bowlers conceding runs during the crucial phase.
Sree Charani performed well with 2/32, but once Perry was dismissed at 168, the match was effectively over.
Another problem was the pressure surrounding the match.
India needed a victory to reach the semi-finals, while Australia had already secured top position. That meant India had everything to lose, and Australia could play with greater freedom.
The result ultimately exposed the difference between putting up a competitive total and defending it successfully.
Key Statistics — Australia Women vs India Women
| Statistic | Figure |
| India Women | 170/4 |
| Australia Women | 172/4 |
| Winning Margin | 6 wickets |
| India Overs | 20 |
| Australia Overs | 19 |
| India Run Rate | 8.50 |
| Australia Run Rate | 9.05 |
| Smriti Mandhana | 38 off 37 |
| Shafali Verma | 34 off 26 |
| Jemimah Rodrigues | 34 off 28 |
| Harmanpreet Kaur | 56 off 27 |
| Ellyse Perry | 56 off 38 |
| Ashleigh Gardner | 53* off 29 |
| Perry-Gardner Partnership | 100 |
| Player of the Match | Ellyse Perry |
The 100-run partnership between Perry and Gardner was the defining statistical feature of the match, while Australia’s 172/4 became the highest successful chase in Women’s T20 World Cup history.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who won Australia Women vs India Women?
Australia Women defeated India Women by six wickets in the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 at Lord’s.
What was India’s score against Australia Women?
India Women scored 170/4 in 20 overs.
What was Australia’s score against India Women?
Australia Women scored 172/4 in 19 overs.
Who was Player of the Match?
Ellyse Perry was named Player of the Match for her 56 off 38 balls.
How many runs did Ellyse Perry score?
Ellyse Perry scored 56 runs from 38 balls, including eight fours.
How many runs did Ashleigh Gardner score?
Ashleigh Gardner scored an unbeaten 53 from 29 balls, with three fours and three sixes.
How many runs did Harmanpreet Kaur score?
Harmanpreet Kaur scored 56 from 27 balls, including six fours and three sixes.
Who was India’s highest scorer?
Harmanpreet Kaur was India’s highest scorer with 56 runs.
Who was Australia’s highest scorer?
Ellyse Perry scored 56, while Ashleigh Gardner finished unbeaten on 53.
What was the Australia Women vs India Women match result?
Australia won by six wickets after chasing India’s 171-run target in 19 overs.
Where was the match played?
The match was played at Lord’s Cricket Ground in London on June 28, 2026.
What was the Australia Women vs India Women scorecard?
India scored 170/4 in 20 overs. Australia replied with 172/4 in 19 overs and won by six wickets.
What was Ellyse Perry’s score against India?
Ellyse Perry made 56 from 38 balls and was named Player of the Match.
What was the key partnership in the match?
Ellyse Perry and Ashleigh Gardner shared a 100-run fourth-wicket partnership, which took Australia from 68/3 to the brink of victory.
Did India qualify for the semi-finals?
No. India’s defeat against Australia ended their semi-final hopes. Australia finished top of Group A, while South Africa progressed as the second semi-finalist from the group.
Final Verdict
The Australia women’s national cricket team vs India women’s national cricket team match scorecard reflects one of the most dramatic matches of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026.
India produced an excellent batting effort, reaching 170/4 after strong contributions from Smriti Mandhana, Shafali Verma, Jemimah Rodrigues and Harmanpreet Kaur. Kaur’s 56 from 27 balls gave India a powerful finish and created genuine pressure for Australia.
However, Australia’s response was even better.
After losing three wickets for 68 runs, Ellyse Perry and Ashleigh Gardner produced a brilliant 100-run partnership. Perry’s 56 and Gardner’s unbeaten 53 allowed Australia to chase 171 with an over to spare.
The victory was more than just another group-stage win. It preserved Australia’s unbeaten record, secured top position in Group A and ended India’s hopes of reaching the semi-finals.
From a match-analysis perspective, the biggest lesson is Australia’s ability to remain composed after a difficult start. India had the runs on the board, but Perry and Gardner demonstrated how experienced players can control a high-pressure T20 chase.
Ultimately, Australia won by six wickets because their middle order handled the pressure better and converted a difficult chase into a record-breaking victory.