India Women vs Australia Women: AUS-W Lead by 19 Runs After Posting 217/4 in One-Off Test
The India Women vs Australia Women one-off Test at the W.A.C.A. Ground in Perth has already delivered high drama after two days. Australia Women moved into a narrow first-innings lead after posting 220/4 in 59 overs, responding to India Women’s 198 all out in 62.4 overs. As of the second session on Day 2, Australia leads by 22 runs, although earlier sessions reflected a 19-run advantage during the innings build-up.
India started the match with disciplined batting, led by Jemimah Rodrigues’ patient half-century, but the visitors struggled to convert starts. Australia’s response has been defined by composure and a crucial partnership. Ellyse Perry and Annabel Sutherland added 100 runs in just 134 balls, shifting momentum firmly toward the hosts.
Day 2 also produced historic milestones. Perry crossed 1,000 career Test runs, becoming only the second Australian woman to reach that landmark. Meanwhile, Annabel Sutherland remained unbeaten on 95 off 130 balls, positioning Australia strongly before the third day.
Day 1: India Women Post 198 on a Lively WACA Pitch
Rodrigues Anchors India’s First Innings
India Women posted 198 runs in 62.4 overs after a challenging opening day at the WACA. The pitch offered pace and bounce early, forcing batters to play cautiously. Jemimah Rodrigues top-scored with a composed half-century, showing patience against disciplined Australian bowling.
Australia’s bowling attack maintained constant pressure. Debutant Lucy Hamilton impressed with 3 wickets, marking a memorable Test debut for the 19-year-old left-arm pacer. India lost wickets at regular intervals and never built a major partnership.
Key highlights from India’s innings:
- Jemimah Rodrigues registered a crucial half-century.
- Lucy Hamilton took 3 wickets on Test debut.
- India were bowled out for 198 in 62.4 overs.
Australia Women Respond with Strong Partnerships
Perry and Sutherland Shift Momentum
Australia Women recovered well after early wickets, thanks to a dominant stand between Ellyse Perry and Annabel Sutherland. The pair stitched together a 100-run partnership from 134 deliveries, stabilizing the innings and taking control of the match.
Perry scored 76 runs from 116 balls, registering her fifth Test half-century before falling lbw to Deepti Sharma. At the time of dismissal, Australia had gained clear momentum.
Sutherland continued her impressive run in Test cricket. She remained unbeaten on 95 from 130 balls, reaching her half-century in just 70 balls.
Notably, every time Sutherland has crossed fifty in women’s Tests, she has converted it into a century. Australia will hope that pattern continues on Day 3.
Historic Milestone for Ellyse Perry
Perry Surpasses 1,000 Test Runs
Day 2 also produced a landmark moment for Australian cricket. Ellyse Perry crossed 1,000 career Test runs, achieving the feat in her 15th Test match.
Her current Test batting average stands at 62.5, highlighting remarkable consistency across formats. During this innings, Perry also surpassed Karen Rolton to become Australia’s leading run-scorer in women’s Test cricket.
Key milestones from Perry’s innings:
- 76 runs off 116 balls
- 5th Test fifty
- 1,000+ career Test runs
- Australia’s all-time leading women’s Test run-scorer
Match Situation After Day 2 Second Session
Current Score Summary
The India Women vs Australia Women Test remains competitive despite Australia’s slight edge.
| Team | Score | Overs | Key Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| India Women | 198 all out | 62.4 | Jemimah Rodrigues top-scored |
| Australia Women | 220/4 | 59 | Sutherland 95*, Mooney 11* |
| Lead | Australia by 22 runs | — | Momentum with hosts |
Other notable moments include:
- Sayali Satghare dismissed captain Alyssa Healy for 13.
- Beth Mooney survived two dropped catches in consecutive balls.
- Deepti Sharma took Perry’s key wicket, finishing with 1/35 in 10 overs.
Conditions and Pitch Report at the WACA
Day 2 was played in intense heat, with temperatures reaching 38°C in Perth. According to former Australian opener Justin Langer, the WACA surface is a “good batting pitch” expected to improve as the match progresses.
However, bowlers still found assistance. The pitch began showing a slight turn before tea on Day 2, which could help spinners later in the match.
