Australia Women vs India Women: AUS-W Surge to 276/2 After 36 Overs in 3rd ODI
We watch Australia Women dominate India Women in the 3rd ODI at Bellerive Oval, Hobart, on March 1, 2026. India won the toss and bowled first, but AUS-W raced to 276/2 after 36 overs. Alyssa Healy and Georgia Voll built a solid platform before Beth Mooney joined the party.
This series-clinching match highlights Australia’s batting depth. With Healy retiring after this game, her farewell performance captivated fans.
Series Context
Australia Women lead 2-0 after crushing wins. They chased 252 in 36.1 overs in the 2nd ODI and 217 in 38.2 overs in the 1st.
India struggles in chases but fights for pride today. Key changes include Harleen Deol, Renuka Singh, and Sneh Rana.
A clean sweep looms for AUS-W unless India strikes back soon.
Key Batsmen Shine
- Alyssa Healy smashed 47 off 45 with 8 fours before drinks at 16 overs.
- Georgia Voll fired 42 off 34, including 4 fours and a six, after Litchfield’s 14.
- Beth Mooney anchored post-drinks, pushing to 276/2 by 36 overs at a 7.67 run rate.
Bowling Woes for India
- Kashvee Gautam took 1/39 in 5 overs, dismissing Litchfield early.
- Renuka Singh leaked 30 in 5, Sree Charani 14 in 2; spinners Deepti and Sneh contained briefly.
- India needs wickets in the middle overs to cap Australia under 350.
| Batsman | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A Healy | 80 | 70 | 12 | 0 | 114.29 |
| G Voll | 85 | 55 | 9 | 2 | 154.55 |
| B Mooney | 65* | 40 | 7 | 1 | 162.50 |
Match Milestones
- AUS-W 50/1 in 7.2 overs, 100/1 by 18th.
- 2nd wicket pair added 120+ runs post-Powerplay.
- CRR hit 7.67 after 36 overs; India allowed 4 outside the circle.
Australia eyes 350+. India must adapt to a dry pitch, favoring spin.
What’s Next
Australia Women control the decider. India eyes consolation via bowlers like Deepti Sharma.
This surge cements AUS-W’s series win. India learns from batting collapses.
